How many syllables in “kestrels”?
syllables in "kestrels"
Word details
Syllables
2
ke · strels
Letters
8
k · e · s · t · r · e · l · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “kestrels”
The word “kestrels” contains 2 syllables, divided as ke · strels. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kestrels" have?
"kestrels" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kestrels" into syllables?
"kestrels" is divided into syllables as: ke · strels.
What is the Scrabble score for "kestrels"?
The Scrabble score for "kestrels" is 12 points.
Using “kestrels” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kestrels" (ke · strels) 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, “kestrels” is worth 12 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 “kestrels”
The letters in “kestrels” can be rearranged to spell one other word: skelters.