How many syllables in “canalled”?
syllables in "canalled"
Word details
Syllables
2
cana · lled
Letters
8
c · a · n · a · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “canalled”
The word “canalled” contains 2 syllables, divided as cana · lled. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "canalled" have?
"canalled" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "canalled" into syllables?
"canalled" is divided into syllables as: cana · lled.
What is the Scrabble score for "canalled"?
The Scrabble score for "canalled" is 11 points.
Using “canalled” in writing
Two-syllable words like "canalled" (cana · lled) 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, “canalled” is worth 11 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 “canalled”
The letters in “canalled” can be rearranged to spell one other word: calendal.