How many syllables in “hoyle”?
syllables in "hoyle"
Word details
Syllables
2
hoy · le
Letters
5
h · o · y · l · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “hoyle”
The word “hoyle” contains 2 syllables, divided as hoy · le. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hoyle" have?
"hoyle" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hoyle" into syllables?
"hoyle" is divided into syllables as: hoy · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "hoyle"?
The Scrabble score for "hoyle" is 11 points.
Using “hoyle” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hoyle" (hoy · 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, “hoyle” is worth 11 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 “hoyle”
The letters in “hoyle” can be rearranged to spell one other word: holey.