How many syllables in “patrol”?
syllables in "patrol"
Word details
Syllables
2
pa · trol
Letters
6
p · a · t · r · o · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “patrol”
The word “patrol” contains 2 syllables, divided as pa · trol. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patrol" have?
"patrol" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "patrol" into syllables?
"patrol" is divided into syllables as: pa · trol.
What is the Scrabble score for "patrol"?
The Scrabble score for "patrol" is 8 points.
Using “patrol” in writing
Two-syllable words like "patrol" (pa · trol) 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, “patrol” 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.
Anagrams of “patrol”
The letters in “patrol” can be rearranged to spell one other word: portal.