How many syllables in “retinol”?
syllables in "retinol"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · ti · nol
Letters
7
r · e · t · i · n · o · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “retinol”
The word “retinol” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · ti · nol. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retinol" have?
"retinol" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "retinol" into syllables?
"retinol" is divided into syllables as: re · ti · nol.
What is the Scrabble score for "retinol"?
The Scrabble score for "retinol" is 7 points.
Using “retinol” in writing
Three-syllable words like "retinol" (re · ti · nol) 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, “retinol” 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.