How many syllables in “phyla”?
syllables in "phyla"
Word details
Syllables
2
phy · la
Letters
5
p · h · y · l · a
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “phyla”
The word “phyla” contains 2 syllables, divided as phy · la. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "phyla" have?
"phyla" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "phyla" into syllables?
"phyla" is divided into syllables as: phy · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "phyla"?
The Scrabble score for "phyla" is 13 points.
Using “phyla” in writing
Two-syllable words like "phyla" (phy · la) 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, “phyla” is worth 13 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 “phyla”
The letters in “phyla” can be rearranged to spell one other word: haply.