How many syllables in “ratel”?
syllables in "ratel"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · tel
Letters
5
r · a · t · e · l
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “ratel”
The word “ratel” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · tel. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratel" have?
"ratel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratel" into syllables?
"ratel" is divided into syllables as: ra · tel.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratel"?
The Scrabble score for "ratel" is 5 points.
Using “ratel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratel" (ra · tel) 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, “ratel” is worth 5 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 “ratel”
The letters in “ratel” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: alert, alter, artel, later, taler.