How many syllables in “coal”?
syllable in "coal"
Word details
Syllables
1
coal
Letters
4
c · o · a · l
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “coal”
The word “coal” contains 1 syllable, divided as coal. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coal" have?
"coal" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "coal" into syllables?
"coal" is divided into syllables as: coal.
What is the Scrabble score for "coal"?
The Scrabble score for "coal" is 6 points.
Using “coal” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "coal" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “coal” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “coal”
The letters in “coal” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: calo, cola, loca.