How many syllables in “unveil”?
syllables in "unveil"
Word details
Syllables
2
un · veil
Letters
6
u · n · v · e · i · l
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “unveil”
The word “unveil” contains 2 syllables, divided as un · veil. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "unveil" have?
"unveil" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "unveil" into syllables?
"unveil" is divided into syllables as: un · veil.
What is the Scrabble score for "unveil"?
The Scrabble score for "unveil" is 9 points.
Using “unveil” in writing
Two-syllable words like "unveil" (un · veil) 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, “unveil” is worth 9 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 “unveil”
The letters in “unveil” can be rearranged to spell one other word: unlive.