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