How many syllables in “little”?
syllables in "little"
Word details
Syllables
2
lit · tle
Letters
6
l · i · t · t · l · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “little”
The word “little” contains 2 syllables, divided as lit · tle. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "little" have?
"little" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "little" into syllables?
"little" is divided into syllables as: lit · tle.
What is the Scrabble score for "little"?
The Scrabble score for "little" is 6 points.
Using “little” in writing
Two-syllable words like "little" (lit · tle) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “little” is worth 6 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.