How many syllables in “resplice”?
syllables in "resplice"
Word details
Syllables
2
resp · lice
Letters
8
r · e · s · p · l · i · c · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “resplice”
The word “resplice” contains 2 syllables, divided as resp · lice. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "resplice" have?
"resplice" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "resplice" into syllables?
"resplice" is divided into syllables as: resp · lice.
What is the Scrabble score for "resplice"?
The Scrabble score for "resplice" is 12 points.
Using “resplice” in writing
Two-syllable words like "resplice" (resp · lice) 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, “resplice” is worth 12 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 “resplice”
The letters in “resplice” can be rearranged to spell one other word: preslice.