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