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How many syllables in “frontal”?

2

syllables in "frontal"

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Word details

Syllables

2

fron · tal

Letters

7

f · r · o · n · t · a · l

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

f4
r1
o1
n1
t1
a1
l1

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About the word “frontal

The word frontal contains 2 syllables, divided as fron · tal. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "frontal" have?

"frontal" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "frontal" into syllables?

"frontal" is divided into syllables as: fron · tal.

What is the Scrabble score for "frontal"?

The Scrabble score for "frontal" is 10 points.

Using “frontal” in writing

Two-syllable words like "frontal" (fron · tal) 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, frontal is worth 10 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.

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