How many syllables in “reticence”?
syllables in "reticence"
Word details
Syllables
3
ret · ice · nce
Letters
9
r · e · t · i · c · e · n · c · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “reticence”
The word “reticence” contains 3 syllables, divided as ret · ice · nce. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reticence" have?
"reticence" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reticence" into syllables?
"reticence" is divided into syllables as: ret · ice · nce.
What is the Scrabble score for "reticence"?
The Scrabble score for "reticence" is 13 points.
Using “reticence” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reticence" (ret · ice · nce) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “reticence” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.