How many syllables in “startle”?
syllables in "startle"
Word details
Syllables
3
sta · rtl · e
Letters
7
s · t · a · r · t · l · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “startle”
The word “startle” contains 3 syllables, divided as sta · rtl · e. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "startle" have?
"startle" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "startle" into syllables?
"startle" is divided into syllables as: sta · rtl · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "startle"?
The Scrabble score for "startle" is 7 points.
Using “startle” in writing
Three-syllable words like "startle" (sta · rtl · e) 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, “startle” 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 “startle”
The letters in “startle” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: rattles, starlet.