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