How many syllables in “drill”?
syllable in "drill"
Word details
Syllables
1
drill
Letters
5
d · r · i · l · l
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “drill”
The word “drill” contains 1 syllable, divided as drill. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "drill" have?
"drill" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "drill" into syllables?
"drill" is divided into syllables as: drill.
What is the Scrabble score for "drill"?
The Scrabble score for "drill" is 6 points.
Using “drill” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "drill" 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, “drill” is worth 6 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.