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How many syllables in “villanella”?

4

syllables in "villanella"

villanella
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Word details

Syllables

4

vil · la · nel · la

Letters

10

v · i · l · l · a · n · e · l · l · a

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
i1
l1
l1
a1
n1
e1
l1
l1
a1

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About the word “villanella

The word villanella contains 4 syllables, divided as vil · la · nel · la. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "villanella" have?

"villanella" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "villanella" into syllables?

"villanella" is divided into syllables as: vil · la · nel · la.

What is the Scrabble score for "villanella"?

The Scrabble score for "villanella" is 13 points.

Using “villanella” in writing

Four-syllable words like "villanella" (vil · la · nel · la) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, villanella is worth 13 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.

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