How many syllables in “maul”?
syllable in "maul"
Word details
Syllables
1
maul
Letters
4
m · a · u · l
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “maul”
The word “maul” contains 1 syllable, divided as maul. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "maul" have?
"maul" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "maul" into syllables?
"maul" is divided into syllables as: maul.
What is the Scrabble score for "maul"?
The Scrabble score for "maul" is 6 points.
Using “maul” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "maul" 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, “maul” 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.
Anagrams of “maul”
The letters in “maul” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alum.