How many syllables in “devel”?
syllables in "devel"
Word details
Syllables
2
de · vel
Letters
5
d · e · v · e · l
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “devel”
The word “devel” contains 2 syllables, divided as de · vel. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "devel" have?
"devel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "devel" into syllables?
"devel" is divided into syllables as: de · vel.
What is the Scrabble score for "devel"?
The Scrabble score for "devel" is 9 points.
Using “devel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "devel" (de · vel) 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, “devel” 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 “devel”
The letters in “devel” can be rearranged to spell one other word: delve.