How many syllables in “restless”?
syllables in "restless"
Word details
Syllables
2
res · tless
Letters
8
r · e · s · t · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “restless”
The word “restless” contains 2 syllables, divided as res · tless. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "restless" have?
"restless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "restless" into syllables?
"restless" is divided into syllables as: res · tless.
What is the Scrabble score for "restless"?
The Scrabble score for "restless" is 8 points.
Using “restless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "restless" (res · tless) 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, “restless” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “restless”
The letters in “restless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tressels.