How many syllables in “betrayal”?
syllables in "betrayal"
Word details
Syllables
2
be · trayal
Letters
8
b · e · t · r · a · y · a · l
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “betrayal”
The word “betrayal” contains 2 syllables, divided as be · trayal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "betrayal" have?
"betrayal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "betrayal" into syllables?
"betrayal" is divided into syllables as: be · trayal.
What is the Scrabble score for "betrayal"?
The Scrabble score for "betrayal" is 13 points.
Using “betrayal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "betrayal" (be · trayal) 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, “betrayal” is worth 13 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 “betrayal”
The letters in “betrayal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rateably.