How many syllables in “hill”?
syllable in "hill"
Word details
Syllables
1
hill
Letters
4
h · i · l · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “hill”
The word “hill” contains 1 syllable, divided as hill. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hill" have?
"hill" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "hill" into syllables?
"hill" is divided into syllables as: hill.
What is the Scrabble score for "hill"?
The Scrabble score for "hill" is 7 points.
Using “hill” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "hill" 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, “hill” 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.