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