How many syllables in “restrained”?
syllables in "restrained"
Word details
Syllables
2
restr · ained
Letters
10
r · e · s · t · r · a · i · n · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “restrained”
The word “restrained” contains 2 syllables, divided as restr · ained. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "restrained" have?
"restrained" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "restrained" into syllables?
"restrained" is divided into syllables as: restr · ained.
What is the Scrabble score for "restrained"?
The Scrabble score for "restrained" is 11 points.
Using “restrained” in writing
Two-syllable words like "restrained" (restr · ained) 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, “restrained” is worth 11 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 “restrained”
The letters in “restrained” can be rearranged to spell one other word: irredentas.