How many syllables in “bale”?
syllables in "bale"
Word details
Syllables
2
bale
Letters
4
b · a · l · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “bale”
The word “bale” contains 2 syllables, divided as bale. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bale" have?
"bale" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "bale" into syllables?
"bale" is divided into syllables as: bale.
What is the Scrabble score for "bale"?
The Scrabble score for "bale" is 6 points.
Using “bale” in writing
Two-syllable words like "bale" (bale) 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, “bale” 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 “bale”
The letters in “bale” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: able, blae.