How many syllables in “spale”?
syllables in "spale"
Word details
Syllables
2
spa · le
Letters
5
s · p · a · l · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “spale”
The word “spale” contains 2 syllables, divided as spa · le. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spale" have?
"spale" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "spale" into syllables?
"spale" is divided into syllables as: spa · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "spale"?
The Scrabble score for "spale" is 7 points.
Using “spale” in writing
Two-syllable words like "spale" (spa · 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, “spale” is worth 7 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 “spale”
The letters in “spale” can be rearranged to spell 7 other words: lapse, leaps, pales, peals, pleas, salep, and 1 more.