How many syllables in “rested”?
syllables in "rested"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · sted
Letters
6
r · e · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
7
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About the word “rested”
The word “rested” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · sted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rested" have?
"rested" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rested" into syllables?
"rested" is divided into syllables as: re · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "rested"?
The Scrabble score for "rested" is 7 points.
Using “rested” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rested" (re · sted) 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, “rested” 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 “rested”
The letters in “rested” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: desert, deters.