How many syllables in “restaurant”?
syllables in "restaurant"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · stau · rant
Letters
10
r · e · s · t · a · u · r · a · n · t
Scrabble
10
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About the word “restaurant”
The word “restaurant” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · stau · rant. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "restaurant" have?
"restaurant" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "restaurant" into syllables?
"restaurant" is divided into syllables as: re · stau · rant.
What is the Scrabble score for "restaurant"?
The Scrabble score for "restaurant" is 10 points.
Using “restaurant” in writing
Three-syllable words like "restaurant" (re · stau · rant) 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, “restaurant” 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.