How many syllables in “swale”?
syllables in "swale"
Word details
Syllables
2
swa · le
Letters
5
s · w · a · l · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “swale”
The word “swale” contains 2 syllables, divided as swa · le. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "swale" have?
"swale" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "swale" into syllables?
"swale" is divided into syllables as: swa · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "swale"?
The Scrabble score for "swale" is 8 points.
Using “swale” in writing
Two-syllable words like "swale" (swa · 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, “swale” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “swale”
The letters in “swale” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: wales, weals.