How many syllables in “aural”?
syllables in "aural"
Word details
Syllables
2
au · ral
Letters
5
a · u · r · a · l
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “aural”
The word “aural” contains 2 syllables, divided as au · ral. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aural" have?
"aural" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aural" into syllables?
"aural" is divided into syllables as: au · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "aural"?
The Scrabble score for "aural" is 5 points.
Using “aural” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aural" (au · ral) 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, “aural” is worth 5 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 “aural”
The letters in “aural” can be rearranged to spell one other word: laura.