How many syllables in “aquarelle”?
syllables in "aquarelle"
Word details
Syllables
5
aq · ua · re · ll · e
Letters
9
a · q · u · a · r · e · l · l · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “aquarelle”
The word “aquarelle” contains 5 syllables, divided as aq · ua · re · ll · e. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aquarelle" have?
"aquarelle" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "aquarelle" into syllables?
"aquarelle" is divided into syllables as: aq · ua · re · ll · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "aquarelle"?
The Scrabble score for "aquarelle" is 18 points.
Using “aquarelle” in writing
"aquarelle" (aq · ua · re · ll · e) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “aquarelle” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.