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