How many syllables in “rests”?
syllable in "rests"
Word details
Syllables
1
rests
Letters
5
r · e · s · t · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rests”
The word “rests” contains 1 syllable, divided as rests. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rests" have?
"rests" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rests" into syllables?
"rests" is divided into syllables as: rests.
What is the Scrabble score for "rests"?
The Scrabble score for "rests" is 5 points.
Using “rests” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rests" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “rests” is worth 5 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 “rests”
The letters in “rests” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tress.