How many syllables in “ratels”?
syllables in "ratels"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · tels
Letters
6
r · a · t · e · l · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “ratels”
The word “ratels” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · tels. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratels" have?
"ratels" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratels" into syllables?
"ratels" is divided into syllables as: ra · tels.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratels"?
The Scrabble score for "ratels" is 6 points.
Using “ratels” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratels" (ra · tels) 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, “ratels” 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 “ratels”
The letters in “ratels” can be rearranged to spell 10 other words: alerts, alters, artels, estral, laster, salter, and 4 more.