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How many syllables in “kola”?

2

syllables in "kola"

kola
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Word details

Syllables

2

ko · la

Letters

4

k · o · l · a

Scrabble

8

points

Scrabble letter values

k5
o1
l1
a1

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About the word “kola

The word kola contains 2 syllables, divided as ko · la. It has 4 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "kola" have?

"kola" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "kola" into syllables?

"kola" is divided into syllables as: ko · la.

What is the Scrabble score for "kola"?

The Scrabble score for "kola" is 8 points.

Using “kola” in writing

Two-syllable words like "kola" (ko · la) 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, kola 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.

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