How many syllables in “coastal”?
syllables in "coastal"
Word details
Syllables
2
coa · stal
Letters
7
c · o · a · s · t · a · l
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “coastal”
The word “coastal” contains 2 syllables, divided as coa · stal. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coastal" have?
"coastal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coastal" into syllables?
"coastal" is divided into syllables as: coa · stal.
What is the Scrabble score for "coastal"?
The Scrabble score for "coastal" is 9 points.
Using “coastal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coastal" (coa · stal) 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, “coastal” is worth 9 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 “coastal”
The letters in “coastal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: catalos.