How many syllables in “skull”?
1
syllable in "skull"
skull
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Word details
Syllables
1
skull
Letters
5
s · k · u · l · l
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
s1
k5
u1
l1
l1
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About the word “skull”
The word “skull” contains 1 syllable, divided as skull. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "skull" have?
"skull" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "skull" into syllables?
"skull" is divided into syllables as: skull.
What is the Scrabble score for "skull"?
The Scrabble score for "skull" is 9 points.
Using “skull” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "skull" 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, “skull” is worth 9 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.