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