How many syllables in “tiller”?
syllables in "tiller"
Word details
Syllables
2
til · ler
Letters
6
t · i · l · l · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “tiller”
The word “tiller” contains 2 syllables, divided as til · ler. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tiller" have?
"tiller" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tiller" into syllables?
"tiller" is divided into syllables as: til · ler.
What is the Scrabble score for "tiller"?
The Scrabble score for "tiller" is 6 points.
Using “tiller” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tiller" (til · ler) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tiller” is worth 6 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 “tiller”
The letters in “tiller” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rillet.