How many syllables in “angle”?
syllables in "angle"
Word details
Syllables
3
an · gle
Letters
5
a · n · g · l · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “angle”
The word “angle” contains 3 syllables, divided as an · gle. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "angle" have?
"angle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "angle" into syllables?
"angle" is divided into syllables as: an · gle.
What is the Scrabble score for "angle"?
The Scrabble score for "angle" is 6 points.
Using “angle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "angle" (an · gle) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “angle” 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 “angle”
The letters in “angle” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: angel, glean.