How many syllables in “fail”?
syllable in "fail"
Word details
Syllables
1
fail
Letters
4
f · a · i · l
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “fail”
The word “fail” contains 1 syllable, divided as fail. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fail" have?
"fail" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "fail" into syllables?
"fail" is divided into syllables as: fail.
What is the Scrabble score for "fail"?
The Scrabble score for "fail" is 7 points.
Using “fail” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "fail" 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, “fail” 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.
Anagrams of “fail”
The letters in “fail” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: alif, fila.