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How many syllables in “rewind”?

2

syllables in "rewind"

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Word details

Syllables

2

re · wind

Letters

6

r · e · w · i · n · d

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

r1
e1
w4
i1
n1
d2

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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.

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