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