How many syllables in “brill”?
syllable in "brill"
Word details
Syllables
1
brill
Letters
5
b · r · i · l · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “brill”
The word “brill” contains 1 syllable, divided as brill. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "brill" have?
"brill" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "brill" into syllables?
"brill" is divided into syllables as: brill.
What is the Scrabble score for "brill"?
The Scrabble score for "brill" is 7 points.
Using “brill” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "brill" 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, “brill” 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.