How many syllables in “retrained”?
syllables in "retrained"
Word details
Syllables
2
retra · ined
Letters
9
r · e · t · r · a · i · n · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “retrained”
The word “retrained” contains 2 syllables, divided as retra · ined. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "retrained" have?
"retrained" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "retrained" into syllables?
"retrained" is divided into syllables as: retra · ined.
What is the Scrabble score for "retrained"?
The Scrabble score for "retrained" is 10 points.
Using “retrained” in writing
Two-syllable words like "retrained" (retra · ined) 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, “retrained” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “retrained”
The letters in “retrained” can be rearranged to spell one other word: irredenta.