How many syllables in “sole”?
syllables in "sole"
Word details
Syllables
2
so · le
Letters
4
s · o · l · e
Scrabble
4
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About the word “sole”
The word “sole” contains 2 syllables, divided as so · le. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "sole" have?
"sole" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "sole" into syllables?
"sole" is divided into syllables as: so · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "sole"?
The Scrabble score for "sole" is 4 points.
Using “sole” in writing
Two-syllable words like "sole" (so · le) 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, “sole” is worth 4 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 “sole”
The letters in “sole” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: lose, oles, sloe.