How many syllables in “ell”?
1
syllable in "ell"
ell
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Word details
Syllables
1
ell
Letters
3
e · l · l
Scrabble
3
points
Scrabble letter values
e1
l1
l1
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About the word “ell”
The word “ell” contains 1 syllable, divided as ell. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ell" have?
"ell" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ell" into syllables?
"ell" is divided into syllables as: ell.
What is the Scrabble score for "ell"?
The Scrabble score for "ell" is 3 points.
Using “ell” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ell" 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, “ell” is worth 3 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.