How many syllables in “list”?
syllable in "list"
Word details
Syllables
1
list
Letters
4
l · i · s · t
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “list”
The word “list” contains 1 syllable, divided as list. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "list" have?
"list" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "list" into syllables?
"list" is divided into syllables as: list.
What is the Scrabble score for "list"?
The Scrabble score for "list" is 4 points.
Using “list” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "list" 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, “list” is worth 4 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.
Anagrams of “list”
The letters in “list” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: lits, silt, slit, tils.