How many syllables in “retacked”?
syllables in "retacked"
Word details
Syllables
2
reta · cked
Letters
8
r · e · t · a · c · k · e · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “retacked”
The word “retacked” contains 2 syllables, divided as reta · cked. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retacked" have?
"retacked" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "retacked" into syllables?
"retacked" is divided into syllables as: reta · cked.
What is the Scrabble score for "retacked"?
The Scrabble score for "retacked" is 15 points.
Using “retacked” in writing
Two-syllable words like "retacked" (reta · cked) 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, “retacked” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “retacked”
The letters in “retacked” can be rearranged to spell one other word: racketed.