How many syllables in “shovel”?
syllables in "shovel"
Word details
Syllables
2
sho · vel
Letters
6
s · h · o · v · e · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “shovel”
The word “shovel” contains 2 syllables, divided as sho · vel. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shovel" have?
"shovel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shovel" into syllables?
"shovel" is divided into syllables as: sho · vel.
What is the Scrabble score for "shovel"?
The Scrabble score for "shovel" is 12 points.
Using “shovel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shovel" (sho · 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, “shovel” is worth 12 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 “shovel”
The letters in “shovel” can be rearranged to spell one other word: hovels.