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How many syllables in “kennels”?

2

syllables in "kennels"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ken · nels

Letters

7

k · e · n · n · e · l · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

k5
e1
n1
n1
e1
l1
s1

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About the word “kennels

The word kennels contains 2 syllables, divided as ken · nels. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "kennels" have?

"kennels" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "kennels" into syllables?

"kennels" is divided into syllables as: ken · nels.

What is the Scrabble score for "kennels"?

The Scrabble score for "kennels" is 11 points.

Using “kennels” in writing

Two-syllable words like "kennels" (ken · nels) 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, kennels 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.

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