How many syllables in “retard”?
syllables in "retard"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · tard
Letters
6
r · e · t · a · r · d
Scrabble
7
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About the word “retard”
The word “retard” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · tard. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retard" have?
"retard" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "retard" into syllables?
"retard" is divided into syllables as: re · tard.
What is the Scrabble score for "retard"?
The Scrabble score for "retard" is 7 points.
Using “retard” in writing
Two-syllable words like "retard" (re · tard) 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, “retard” 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 “retard”
The letters in “retard” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: darter, tarred, trader.