How many syllables in “rewind”?
syllables in "rewind"
Word details
Syllables
2
re · wind
Letters
6
r · e · w · i · n · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “rewind”
The word “rewind” contains 2 syllables, divided as re · wind. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rewind" have?
"rewind" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rewind" into syllables?
"rewind" is divided into syllables as: re · wind.
What is the Scrabble score for "rewind"?
The Scrabble score for "rewind" is 10 points.
Using “rewind” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rewind" (re · wind) 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, “rewind” 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 “rewind”
The letters in “rewind” can be rearranged to spell one other word: winder.