How many syllables in “petal”?
syllables in "petal"
Word details
Syllables
2
pe · tal
Letters
5
p · e · t · a · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “petal”
The word “petal” contains 2 syllables, divided as pe · tal. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "petal" have?
"petal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "petal" into syllables?
"petal" is divided into syllables as: pe · tal.
What is the Scrabble score for "petal"?
The Scrabble score for "petal" is 7 points.
Using “petal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "petal" (pe · tal) 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, “petal” 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 “petal”
The letters in “petal” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: leapt, lepta, palet, plate, pleat, tepal.