How many syllables in “result”?
syllables in "result"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · sult
Letters
6
r · e · s · u · l · t
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “result”
The word “result” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · sult. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "result" have?
"result" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "result" into syllables?
"result" is divided into syllables as: re · sult.
What is the Scrabble score for "result"?
The Scrabble score for "result" is 6 points.
Using “result” in writing
Two-syllable words like "result" (re · sult) 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, “result” is worth 6 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 “result”
The letters in “result” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: luster, lustre, rustle, sutler, ulster.