How many syllables in “ratals”?
syllables in "ratals"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · tals
Letters
6
r · a · t · a · l · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “ratals”
The word “ratals” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · tals. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratals" have?
"ratals" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratals" into syllables?
"ratals" is divided into syllables as: ra · tals.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratals"?
The Scrabble score for "ratals" is 6 points.
Using “ratals” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratals" (ra · tals) 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, “ratals” is worth 6 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 “ratals”
The letters in “ratals” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: altars, astral, talars, tarsal.