How many syllables in “spill”?
syllable in "spill"
Word details
Syllables
1
spill
Letters
5
s · p · i · l · l
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “spill”
The word “spill” contains 1 syllable, divided as spill. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spill" have?
"spill" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "spill" into syllables?
"spill" is divided into syllables as: spill.
What is the Scrabble score for "spill"?
The Scrabble score for "spill" is 7 points.
Using “spill” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "spill" 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, “spill” 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.
Anagrams of “spill”
The letters in “spill” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pills.