How many syllables in “coeval”?
syllables in "coeval"
Word details
Syllables
2
coe · val
Letters
6
c · o · e · v · a · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “coeval”
The word “coeval” contains 2 syllables, divided as coe · val. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coeval" have?
"coeval" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coeval" into syllables?
"coeval" is divided into syllables as: coe · val.
What is the Scrabble score for "coeval"?
The Scrabble score for "coeval" is 11 points.
Using “coeval” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coeval" (coe · val) 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, “coeval” 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 “coeval”
The letters in “coeval” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alcove.