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How many syllables in “brittles”?

2

syllables in "brittles"

brittles
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Word details

Syllables

2

brit · tles

Letters

8

b · r · i · t · t · l · e · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

b3
r1
i1
t1
t1
l1
e1
s1

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About the word “brittles

The word brittles contains 2 syllables, divided as brit · tles. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "brittles" have?

"brittles" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "brittles" into syllables?

"brittles" is divided into syllables as: brit · tles.

What is the Scrabble score for "brittles"?

The Scrabble score for "brittles" is 10 points.

Using “brittles” in writing

Two-syllable words like "brittles" (brit · tles) 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, brittles is worth 10 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.

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