How many syllables in “parle”?
syllables in "parle"
Word details
Syllables
3
pa · rl · e
Letters
5
p · a · r · l · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “parle”
The word “parle” contains 3 syllables, divided as pa · rl · e. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "parle" have?
"parle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "parle" into syllables?
"parle" is divided into syllables as: pa · rl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "parle"?
The Scrabble score for "parle" is 7 points.
Using “parle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "parle" (pa · rl · e) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “parle” is worth 7 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 “parle”
The letters in “parle” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: paler, pearl.