How many syllables in “citral”?
syllables in "citral"
Word details
Syllables
2
ci · tral
Letters
6
c · i · t · r · a · l
Scrabble
8
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About the word “citral”
The word “citral” contains 2 syllables, divided as ci · tral. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "citral" have?
"citral" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "citral" into syllables?
"citral" is divided into syllables as: ci · tral.
What is the Scrabble score for "citral"?
The Scrabble score for "citral" is 8 points.
Using “citral” in writing
Two-syllable words like "citral" (ci · tral) 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, “citral” 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 “citral”
The letters in “citral” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rictal.