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