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