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