How many syllables in “whales”?
syllables in "whales"
Word details
Syllables
2
wha · les
Letters
6
w · h · a · l · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “whales”
The word “whales” contains 2 syllables, divided as wha · les. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "whales" have?
"whales" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "whales" into syllables?
"whales" is divided into syllables as: wha · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "whales"?
The Scrabble score for "whales" is 12 points.
Using “whales” in writing
Two-syllable words like "whales" (wha · 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, “whales” is worth 12 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 “whales”
The letters in “whales” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wheals.