How many syllables in “respond”?
syllables in "respond"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · spond
Letters
7
r · e · s · p · o · n · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “respond”
The word “respond” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · spond. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "respond" have?
"respond" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "respond" into syllables?
"respond" is divided into syllables as: re · spond.
What is the Scrabble score for "respond"?
The Scrabble score for "respond" is 10 points.
Using “respond” in writing
Two-syllable words like "respond" (re · spond) 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, “respond” 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 “respond”
The letters in “respond” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ponders.