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