How many syllables in “stool”?
syllable in "stool"
Word details
Syllables
1
stool
Letters
5
s · t · o · o · l
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “stool”
The word “stool” contains 1 syllable, divided as stool. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stool" have?
"stool" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "stool" into syllables?
"stool" is divided into syllables as: stool.
What is the Scrabble score for "stool"?
The Scrabble score for "stool" is 5 points.
Using “stool” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "stool" 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, “stool” 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 “stool”
The letters in “stool” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: loots, lotos, sotol, tools.