How many syllables in “ill”?
1
syllable in "ill"
ill
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Word details
Syllables
1
ill
Letters
3
i · l · l
Scrabble
3
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
i1
l1
l1
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About the word “ill”
The word “ill” contains 1 syllable, divided as ill. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ill" have?
"ill" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ill" into syllables?
"ill" is divided into syllables as: ill.
What is the Scrabble score for "ill"?
The Scrabble score for "ill" is 3 points.
Using “ill” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ill" 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, “ill” 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.