How many syllables in “rascal”?
syllables in "rascal"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · scal
Letters
6
r · a · s · c · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “rascal”
The word “rascal” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · scal. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rascal" have?
"rascal" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rascal" into syllables?
"rascal" is divided into syllables as: ra · scal.
What is the Scrabble score for "rascal"?
The Scrabble score for "rascal" is 8 points.
Using “rascal” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rascal" (ra · scal) 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, “rascal” 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 “rascal”
The letters in “rascal” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: craals, lascar, sacral, scalar.