How many syllables in “skillet”?
syllables in "skillet"
Word details
Syllables
2
skil · let
Letters
7
s · k · i · l · l · e · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “skillet”
The word “skillet” contains 2 syllables, divided as skil · let. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skillet" have?
"skillet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "skillet" into syllables?
"skillet" is divided into syllables as: skil · let.
What is the Scrabble score for "skillet"?
The Scrabble score for "skillet" is 11 points.
Using “skillet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "skillet" (skil · let) 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, “skillet” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.