How many syllables in “wale”?
syllables in "wale"
Word details
Syllables
2
wa · le
Letters
4
w · a · l · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “wale”
The word “wale” contains 2 syllables, divided as wa · le. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wale" have?
"wale" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "wale" into syllables?
"wale" is divided into syllables as: wa · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "wale"?
The Scrabble score for "wale" is 7 points.
Using “wale” in writing
Two-syllable words like "wale" (wa · 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, “wale” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “wale”
The letters in “wale” can be rearranged to spell one other word: weal.