How many syllables in “vale”?
syllables in "vale"
Word details
Syllables
2
vale
Letters
4
v · a · l · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “vale”
The word “vale” contains 2 syllables, divided as vale. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vale" have?
"vale" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vale" into syllables?
"vale" is divided into syllables as: vale.
What is the Scrabble score for "vale"?
The Scrabble score for "vale" is 7 points.
Using “vale” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vale" (vale) 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, “vale” is worth 7 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 “vale”
The letters in “vale” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: lave, leva, veal, vela.