How many syllables in “mil”?
1
syllable in "mil"
mil
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Word details
Syllables
1
mil
Letters
3
m · i · l
Scrabble
5
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
m3
i1
l1
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About the word “mil”
The word “mil” contains 1 syllable, divided as mil. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mil" have?
"mil" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mil" into syllables?
"mil" is divided into syllables as: mil.
What is the Scrabble score for "mil"?
The Scrabble score for "mil" is 5 points.
Using “mil” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mil" 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, “mil” is worth 5 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.