How many syllables in “tells”?
syllable in "tells"
Word details
Syllables
1
tells
Letters
5
t · e · l · l · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “tells”
The word “tells” contains 1 syllable, divided as tells. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tells" have?
"tells" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "tells" into syllables?
"tells" is divided into syllables as: tells.
What is the Scrabble score for "tells"?
The Scrabble score for "tells" is 5 points.
Using “tells” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "tells" 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, “tells” 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.