How many syllables in “pilus”?
syllables in "pilus"
Word details
Syllables
2
pi · lus
Letters
5
p · i · l · u · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “pilus”
The word “pilus” contains 2 syllables, divided as pi · lus. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "pilus" have?
"pilus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "pilus" into syllables?
"pilus" is divided into syllables as: pi · lus.
What is the Scrabble score for "pilus"?
The Scrabble score for "pilus" is 7 points.
Using “pilus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "pilus" (pi · lus) 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, “pilus” is worth 7 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 “pilus”
The letters in “pilus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pulis.