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