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