How many syllables in “corbeils”?
syllables in "corbeils"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · beils
Letters
8
c · o · r · b · e · i · l · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “corbeils”
The word “corbeils” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · beils. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corbeils" have?
"corbeils" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corbeils" into syllables?
"corbeils" is divided into syllables as: cor · beils.
What is the Scrabble score for "corbeils"?
The Scrabble score for "corbeils" is 12 points.
Using “corbeils” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corbeils" (cor · beils) 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, “corbeils” is worth 12 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 “corbeils”
The letters in “corbeils” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bricoles.