How many syllables in “payrolls”?
syllables in "payrolls"
Word details
Syllables
2
pay · rolls
Letters
8
p · a · y · r · o · l · l · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “payrolls”
The word “payrolls” contains 2 syllables, divided as pay · rolls. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "payrolls" have?
"payrolls" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "payrolls" into syllables?
"payrolls" is divided into syllables as: pay · rolls.
What is the Scrabble score for "payrolls"?
The Scrabble score for "payrolls" is 13 points.
Using “payrolls” in writing
Two-syllable words like "payrolls" (pay · rolls) 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, “payrolls” is worth 13 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.