How many syllables in “angels”?
syllables in "angels"
Word details
Syllables
2
an · gels
Letters
6
a · n · g · e · l · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “angels”
The word “angels” contains 2 syllables, divided as an · gels. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "angels" have?
"angels" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "angels" into syllables?
"angels" is divided into syllables as: an · gels.
What is the Scrabble score for "angels"?
The Scrabble score for "angels" is 7 points.
Using “angels” in writing
Two-syllable words like "angels" (an · gels) 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, “angels” 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.
Anagrams of “angels”
The letters in “angels” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: angles, gleans.