How many syllables in “resource”?
syllables in "resource"
Word details
Syllables
2
reso · urce
Letters
8
r · e · s · o · u · r · c · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “resource”
The word “resource” contains 2 syllables, divided as reso · urce. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resource" have?
"resource" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resource" into syllables?
"resource" is divided into syllables as: reso · urce.
What is the Scrabble score for "resource"?
The Scrabble score for "resource" is 10 points.
Using “resource” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resource" (reso · urce) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “resource” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “resource”
The letters in “resource” can be rearranged to spell one other word: recourse.