How many syllables in “respondents”?
syllables in "respondents"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · spon · dents
Letters
11
r · e · s · p · o · n · d · e · n · t · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “respondents”
The word “respondents” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · spon · dents. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "respondents" have?
"respondents" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "respondents" into syllables?
"respondents" is divided into syllables as: re · spon · dents.
What is the Scrabble score for "respondents"?
The Scrabble score for "respondents" is 14 points.
Using “respondents” in writing
Three-syllable words like "respondents" (re · spon · dents) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “respondents” is worth 14 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.