How many syllables in “vexils”?
syllables in "vexils"
Word details
Syllables
2
ve · xils
Letters
6
v · e · x · i · l · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “vexils”
The word “vexils” contains 2 syllables, divided as ve · xils. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "vexils" have?
"vexils" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "vexils" into syllables?
"vexils" is divided into syllables as: ve · xils.
What is the Scrabble score for "vexils"?
The Scrabble score for "vexils" is 16 points.
Using “vexils” in writing
Two-syllable words like "vexils" (ve · xils) 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, “vexils” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “vexils”
The letters in “vexils” can be rearranged to spell one other word: silvex.