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