How many syllables in “kale”?
syllables in "kale"
Word details
Syllables
2
kale
Letters
4
k · a · l · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “kale”
The word “kale” contains 2 syllables, divided as kale. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kale" have?
"kale" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kale" into syllables?
"kale" is divided into syllables as: kale.
What is the Scrabble score for "kale"?
The Scrabble score for "kale" is 8 points.
Using “kale” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kale" (kale) 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, “kale” 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 “kale”
The letters in “kale” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: lake, leak.