How many syllables in “tail”?
syllable in "tail"
Word details
Syllables
1
tail
Letters
4
t · a · i · l
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “tail”
The word “tail” contains 1 syllable, divided as tail. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tail" have?
"tail" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tail" into syllables?
"tail" is divided into syllables as: tail.
What is the Scrabble score for "tail"?
The Scrabble score for "tail" is 4 points.
Using “tail” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tail" 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, “tail” is worth 4 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 “tail”
The letters in “tail” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: alit, lati, tali.