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