How many syllables in “yodel”?
syllables in "yodel"
Word details
Syllables
2
yo · del
Letters
5
y · o · d · e · l
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “yodel”
The word “yodel” contains 2 syllables, divided as yo · del. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "yodel" have?
"yodel" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "yodel" into syllables?
"yodel" is divided into syllables as: yo · del.
What is the Scrabble score for "yodel"?
The Scrabble score for "yodel" is 9 points.
Using “yodel” in writing
Two-syllable words like "yodel" (yo · del) 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, “yodel” is worth 9 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 “yodel”
The letters in “yodel” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: odyle, yodle.