How many syllables in “castle”?
syllables in "castle"
Word details
Syllables
3
cas · tle
Letters
6
c · a · s · t · l · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “castle”
The word “castle” contains 3 syllables, divided as cas · tle. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "castle" have?
"castle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "castle" into syllables?
"castle" is divided into syllables as: cas · tle.
What is the Scrabble score for "castle"?
The Scrabble score for "castle" is 8 points.
Using “castle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "castle" (cas · tle) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “castle” is worth 8 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 “castle”
The letters in “castle” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cleats, eclats.