How many syllables in “contrail”?
syllables in "contrail"
Word details
Syllables
2
con · trail
Letters
8
c · o · n · t · r · a · i · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “contrail”
The word “contrail” contains 2 syllables, divided as con · trail. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "contrail" have?
"contrail" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "contrail" into syllables?
"contrail" is divided into syllables as: con · trail.
What is the Scrabble score for "contrail"?
The Scrabble score for "contrail" is 10 points.
Using “contrail” in writing
Two-syllable words like "contrail" (con · trail) 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, “contrail” is worth 10 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 “contrail”
The letters in “contrail” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cilantro.