How many syllables in “retape”?
syllables in "retape"
Word details
Syllables
2
ret · ape
Letters
6
r · e · t · a · p · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “retape”
The word “retape” contains 2 syllables, divided as ret · ape. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retape" have?
"retape" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "retape" into syllables?
"retape" is divided into syllables as: ret · ape.
What is the Scrabble score for "retape"?
The Scrabble score for "retape" is 8 points.
Using “retape” in writing
Two-syllable words like "retape" (ret · ape) 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, “retape” is worth 8 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 “retape”
The letters in “retape” can be rearranged to spell one other word: repeat.