How many syllables in “kales”?
syllables in "kales"
Word details
Syllables
2
ka · les
Letters
5
k · a · l · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “kales”
The word “kales” contains 2 syllables, divided as ka · les. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kales" have?
"kales" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kales" into syllables?
"kales" is divided into syllables as: ka · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "kales"?
The Scrabble score for "kales" is 9 points.
Using “kales” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kales" (ka · les) 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, “kales” is worth 9 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 “kales”
The letters in “kales” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: lakes, leaks, slake.