How many syllables in “tall”?
syllable in "tall"
Word details
Syllables
1
tall
Letters
4
t · a · l · l
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “tall”
The word “tall” contains 1 syllable, divided as tall. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tall" have?
"tall" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tall" into syllables?
"tall" is divided into syllables as: tall.
What is the Scrabble score for "tall"?
The Scrabble score for "tall" is 4 points.
Using “tall” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tall" 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, “tall” 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.