How many syllables in “canaille”?
syllables in "canaille"
Word details
Syllables
4
ca · na · il · le
Letters
8
c · a · n · a · i · l · l · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “canaille”
The word “canaille” contains 4 syllables, divided as ca · na · il · le. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "canaille" have?
"canaille" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "canaille" into syllables?
"canaille" is divided into syllables as: ca · na · il · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "canaille"?
The Scrabble score for "canaille" is 10 points.
Using “canaille” in writing
Four-syllable words like "canaille" (ca · na · il · le) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “canaille” 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.
Anagrams of “canaille”
The letters in “canaille” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: alliance, ancillae.