How many syllables in “kneel”?
1
syllable in "kneel"
kneel
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Word details
Syllables
1
kneel
Letters
5
k · n · e · e · l
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
k5
n1
e1
e1
l1
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About the word “kneel”
The word “kneel” contains 1 syllable, divided as kneel. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kneel" have?
"kneel" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "kneel" into syllables?
"kneel" is divided into syllables as: kneel.
What is the Scrabble score for "kneel"?
The Scrabble score for "kneel" is 9 points.
Using “kneel” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "kneel" 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, “kneel” is worth 9 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.