How many syllables in “pillories”?
syllables in "pillories"
Word details
Syllables
3
pil · lo · ries
Letters
9
p · i · l · l · o · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “pillories”
The word “pillories” contains 3 syllables, divided as pil · lo · ries. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pillories" have?
"pillories" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "pillories" into syllables?
"pillories" is divided into syllables as: pil · lo · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "pillories"?
The Scrabble score for "pillories" is 11 points.
Using “pillories” in writing
Three-syllable words like "pillories" (pil · lo · ries) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “pillories” is worth 11 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.