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