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How many syllables in “restaurant”?

3

syllables in "restaurant"

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Word details

Syllables

3

re · stau · rant

Letters

10

r · e · s · t · a · u · r · a · n · t

Scrabble

10

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
s1
t1
a1
u1
r1
a1
n1
t1

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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.

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