How many syllables in “ideal”?
syllables in "ideal"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · deal
Letters
5
i · d · e · a · l
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “ideal”
The word “ideal” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · deal. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ideal" have?
"ideal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ideal" into syllables?
"ideal" is divided into syllables as: i · deal.
What is the Scrabble score for "ideal"?
The Scrabble score for "ideal" is 6 points.
Using “ideal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ideal" (i · deal) 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, “ideal” 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 “ideal”
The letters in “ideal” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ailed.