How many syllables in “regales”?
syllables in "regales"
Word details
Syllables
3
re · ga · les
Letters
7
r · e · g · a · l · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “regales”
The word “regales” contains 3 syllables, divided as re · ga · les. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "regales" have?
"regales" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "regales" into syllables?
"regales" is divided into syllables as: re · ga · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "regales"?
The Scrabble score for "regales" is 8 points.
Using “regales” in writing
Three-syllable words like "regales" (re · ga · les) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “regales” 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 “regales”
The letters in “regales” can be rearranged to spell one other word: galeres.