How many syllables in “stales”?
syllables in "stales"
Word details
Syllables
2
sta · les
Letters
6
s · t · a · l · e · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “stales”
The word “stales” contains 2 syllables, divided as sta · les. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stales" have?
"stales" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stales" into syllables?
"stales" is divided into syllables as: sta · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "stales"?
The Scrabble score for "stales" is 6 points.
Using “stales” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stales" (sta · les) 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, “stales” is worth 6 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 “stales”
The letters in “stales” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: leasts, slates, steals, tassel, teslas.