How many syllables in “listel”?
syllables in "listel"
Word details
Syllables
2
li · stel
Letters
6
l · i · s · t · e · l
Scrabble
6
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About the word “listel”
The word “listel” contains 2 syllables, divided as li · stel. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "listel" have?
"listel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "listel" into syllables?
"listel" is divided into syllables as: li · stel.
What is the Scrabble score for "listel"?
The Scrabble score for "listel" is 6 points.
Using “listel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "listel" (li · stel) 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, “listel” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “listel”
The letters in “listel” can be rearranged to spell one other word: illest.