How many syllables in “polls”?
syllable in "polls"
Word details
Syllables
1
polls
Letters
5
p · o · l · l · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “polls”
The word “polls” contains 1 syllable, divided as polls. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "polls" have?
"polls" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "polls" into syllables?
"polls" is divided into syllables as: polls.
What is the Scrabble score for "polls"?
The Scrabble score for "polls" is 7 points.
Using “polls” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "polls" 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, “polls” 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.