How many syllables in “avails”?
syllables in "avails"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · vails
Letters
6
a · v · a · i · l · s
Scrabble
9
points
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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.