How many syllables in “mails”?
syllable in "mails"
Word details
Syllables
1
mails
Letters
5
m · a · i · l · s
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mails”
The word “mails” contains 1 syllable, divided as mails. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mails" have?
"mails" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mails" into syllables?
"mails" is divided into syllables as: mails.
What is the Scrabble score for "mails"?
The Scrabble score for "mails" is 7 points.
Using “mails” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mails" 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, “mails” is worth 7 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 “mails”
The letters in “mails” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: limas, salmi.