How many syllables in “ducal”?
syllables in "ducal"
Word details
Syllables
2
du · cal
Letters
5
d · u · c · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ducal”
The word “ducal” contains 2 syllables, divided as du · cal. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ducal" have?
"ducal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ducal" into syllables?
"ducal" is divided into syllables as: du · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "ducal"?
The Scrabble score for "ducal" is 8 points.
Using “ducal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ducal" (du · cal) 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, “ducal” is worth 8 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 “ducal”
The letters in “ducal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cauld.