How many syllables in “gilled”?
1
syllable in "gilled"
gilled
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Word details
Syllables
1
gilled
Letters
6
g · i · l · l · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
g2
i1
l1
l1
e1
d2
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About the word “gilled”
The word “gilled” contains 1 syllable, divided as gilled. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gilled" have?
"gilled" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gilled" into syllables?
"gilled" is divided into syllables as: gilled.
What is the Scrabble score for "gilled"?
The Scrabble score for "gilled" is 8 points.
Using “gilled” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gilled" 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, “gilled” is worth 8 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.