How many syllables in “rethinks”?
syllables in "rethinks"
Word details
Syllables
2
ret · hinks
Letters
8
r · e · t · h · i · n · k · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “rethinks”
The word “rethinks” contains 2 syllables, divided as ret · hinks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rethinks" have?
"rethinks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rethinks" into syllables?
"rethinks" is divided into syllables as: ret · hinks.
What is the Scrabble score for "rethinks"?
The Scrabble score for "rethinks" is 15 points.
Using “rethinks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rethinks" (ret · hinks) 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, “rethinks” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “rethinks”
The letters in “rethinks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: thinkers.