How many syllables in “ravel”?
syllables in "ravel"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · vel
Letters
5
r · a · v · e · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ravel”
The word “ravel” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · vel. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ravel" have?
"ravel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ravel" into syllables?
"ravel" is divided into syllables as: ra · vel.
What is the Scrabble score for "ravel"?
The Scrabble score for "ravel" is 8 points.
Using “ravel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ravel" (ra · vel) 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, “ravel” 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 “ravel”
The letters in “ravel” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: laver, velar.