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