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