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