How many syllables in “dale”?
syllables in "dale"
Word details
Syllables
2
da · le
Letters
4
d · a · l · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “dale”
The word “dale” contains 2 syllables, divided as da · le. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dale" have?
"dale" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dale" into syllables?
"dale" is divided into syllables as: da · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "dale"?
The Scrabble score for "dale" is 5 points.
Using “dale” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dale" (da · le) 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, “dale” is worth 5 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 “dale”
The letters in “dale” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: deal, lade, lead.