How many syllables in “rest”?
syllable in "rest"
Word details
Syllables
1
rest
Letters
4
r · e · s · t
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “rest”
The word “rest” contains 1 syllable, divided as rest. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rest" have?
"rest" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rest" into syllables?
"rest" is divided into syllables as: rest.
What is the Scrabble score for "rest"?
The Scrabble score for "rest" is 4 points.
Using “rest” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rest" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “rest” is worth 4 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “rest”
The letters in “rest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: erst, rets.