How many syllables in “pill”?
syllable in "pill"
Word details
Syllables
1
pill
Letters
4
p · i · l · l
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “pill”
The word “pill” contains 1 syllable, divided as pill. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pill" have?
"pill" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "pill" into syllables?
"pill" is divided into syllables as: pill.
What is the Scrabble score for "pill"?
The Scrabble score for "pill" is 6 points.
Using “pill” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "pill" 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, “pill” 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.