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