How many syllables in “restart”?
syllables in "restart"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · start
Letters
7
r · e · s · t · a · r · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “restart”
The word “restart” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · start. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "restart" have?
"restart" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "restart" into syllables?
"restart" is divided into syllables as: re · start.
What is the Scrabble score for "restart"?
The Scrabble score for "restart" is 7 points.
Using “restart” in writing
Two-syllable words like "restart" (re · start) 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, “restart” is worth 7 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 “restart”
The letters in “restart” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: ratters, starter.