How many syllables in “retains”?
syllables in "retains"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · tains
Letters
7
r · e · t · a · i · n · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “retains”
The word “retains” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · tains. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retains" have?
"retains" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "retains" into syllables?
"retains" is divided into syllables as: re · tains.
What is the Scrabble score for "retains"?
The Scrabble score for "retains" is 7 points.
Using “retains” in writing
Two-syllable words like "retains" (re · tains) 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, “retains” is worth 7 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 “retains”
The letters in “retains” can be rearranged to spell 8 other words: anestri, antsier, nastier, ratines, retinas, retsina, and 2 more.