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How many syllables in “frail”?

1

syllable in "frail"

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Word details

Syllables

1

frail

Letters

5

f · r · a · i · l

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
r1
a1
i1
l1

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About the word “frail

The word frail contains 1 syllable, divided as frail. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "frail" have?

"frail" has 1 syllable.

How do you divide "frail" into syllables?

"frail" is divided into syllables as: frail.

What is the Scrabble score for "frail"?

The Scrabble score for "frail" is 8 points.

Using “frail” in writing

As a single-syllable word, "frail" 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, frail 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 “frail

The letters in frail can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: filar, flair.

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