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How many syllables in “avails”?

2

syllables in "avails"

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Word details

Syllables

2

a · vails

Letters

6

a · v · a · i · l · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
v4
a1
i1
l1
s1

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About the word “avails

The word avails contains 2 syllables, divided as a · vails. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "avails" have?

"avails" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "avails" into syllables?

"avails" is divided into syllables as: a · vails.

What is the Scrabble score for "avails"?

The Scrabble score for "avails" is 9 points.

Using “avails” in writing

Two-syllable words like "avails" (a · vails) 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, avails is worth 9 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 “avails

The letters in avails can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: saliva, salvia.

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