How many syllables in “phenol”?
syllables in "phenol"
Word details
Syllables
2
phe · nol
Letters
6
p · h · e · n · o · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “phenol”
The word “phenol” contains 2 syllables, divided as phe · nol. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phenol" have?
"phenol" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "phenol" into syllables?
"phenol" is divided into syllables as: phe · nol.
What is the Scrabble score for "phenol"?
The Scrabble score for "phenol" is 11 points.
Using “phenol” in writing
Two-syllable words like "phenol" (phe · nol) 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, “phenol” is worth 11 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 “phenol”
The letters in “phenol” can be rearranged to spell one other word: holpen.