How many syllables in “rille”?
syllables in "rille"
Word details
Syllables
3
ri · ll · e
Letters
5
r · i · l · l · e
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “rille”
The word “rille” contains 3 syllables, divided as ri · ll · e. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rille" have?
"rille" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "rille" into syllables?
"rille" is divided into syllables as: ri · ll · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "rille"?
The Scrabble score for "rille" is 5 points.
Using “rille” in writing
Three-syllable words like "rille" (ri · ll · e) 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, “rille” is worth 5 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 “rille”
The letters in “rille” can be rearranged to spell one other word: iller.