How many syllables in “veal”?
syllable in "veal"
Word details
Syllables
1
veal
Letters
4
v · e · a · l
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “veal”
The word “veal” contains 1 syllable, divided as veal. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "veal" have?
"veal" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "veal" into syllables?
"veal" is divided into syllables as: veal.
What is the Scrabble score for "veal"?
The Scrabble score for "veal" is 7 points.
Using “veal” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "veal" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “veal” 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 “veal”
The letters in “veal” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: lave, leva, vale, vela.