How many syllables in “voile”?
syllables in "voile"
Word details
Syllables
2
voi · le
Letters
5
v · o · i · l · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “voile”
The word “voile” contains 2 syllables, divided as voi · le. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "voile" have?
"voile" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "voile" into syllables?
"voile" is divided into syllables as: voi · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "voile"?
The Scrabble score for "voile" is 8 points.
Using “voile” in writing
Two-syllable words like "voile" (voi · le) 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, “voile” is worth 8 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 “voile”
The letters in “voile” can be rearranged to spell one other word: olive.