How many syllables in “bills”?
syllable in "bills"
Word details
Syllables
1
bills
Letters
5
b · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “bills”
The word “bills” contains 1 syllable, divided as bills. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "bills" have?
"bills" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "bills" into syllables?
"bills" is divided into syllables as: bills.
What is the Scrabble score for "bills"?
The Scrabble score for "bills" is 7 points.
Using “bills” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "bills" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “bills” 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.