How many syllables in “dial”?
syllable in "dial"
Word details
Syllables
1
dial
Letters
4
d · i · a · l
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “dial”
The word “dial” contains 1 syllable, divided as dial. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dial" have?
"dial" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "dial" into syllables?
"dial" is divided into syllables as: dial.
What is the Scrabble score for "dial"?
The Scrabble score for "dial" is 5 points.
Using “dial” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "dial" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “dial” 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 “dial”
The letters in “dial” can be rearranged to spell one other word: laid.