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How many syllables in “vitriols”?

2

syllables in "vitriols"

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Word details

Syllables

2

vi · triols

Letters

8

v · i · t · r · i · o · l · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
i1
t1
r1
i1
o1
l1
s1

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About the word “vitriols

The word vitriols contains 2 syllables, divided as vi · triols. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "vitriols" have?

"vitriols" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "vitriols" into syllables?

"vitriols" is divided into syllables as: vi · triols.

What is the Scrabble score for "vitriols"?

The Scrabble score for "vitriols" is 11 points.

Using “vitriols” in writing

Two-syllable words like "vitriols" (vi · triols) 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, vitriols is worth 11 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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