How many syllables in “entail”?
syllables in "entail"
Word details
Syllables
2
en · tail
Letters
6
e · n · t · a · i · l
Scrabble
6
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About the word “entail”
The word “entail” contains 2 syllables, divided as en · tail. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "entail" have?
"entail" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "entail" into syllables?
"entail" is divided into syllables as: en · tail.
What is the Scrabble score for "entail"?
The Scrabble score for "entail" is 6 points.
Using “entail” in writing
Two-syllable words like "entail" (en · tail) 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, “entail” is worth 6 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 “entail”
The letters in “entail” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: tenail, tineal.