How many syllables in “stile”?
syllables in "stile"
Word details
Syllables
2
stile
Letters
5
s · t · i · l · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “stile”
The word “stile” contains 2 syllables, divided as stile. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stile" have?
"stile" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "stile" into syllables?
"stile" is divided into syllables as: stile.
What is the Scrabble score for "stile"?
The Scrabble score for "stile" is 5 points.
Using “stile” in writing
Two-syllable words like "stile" (stile) 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, “stile” is worth 5 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 “stile”
The letters in “stile” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: islet, istle, tiles.