How many syllables in “idle”?
syllables in "idle"
Word details
Syllables
3
id · le
Letters
4
i · d · l · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “idle”
The word “idle” contains 3 syllables, divided as id · le. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "idle" have?
"idle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "idle" into syllables?
"idle" is divided into syllables as: id · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "idle"?
The Scrabble score for "idle" is 5 points.
Using “idle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "idle" (id · le) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “idle” is worth 5 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 “idle”
The letters in “idle” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: deil, deli, diel, lied.