How many syllables in “trail”?
syllable in "trail"
Word details
Syllables
1
trail
Letters
5
t · r · a · i · l
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “trail”
The word “trail” contains 1 syllable, divided as trail. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trail" have?
"trail" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "trail" into syllables?
"trail" is divided into syllables as: trail.
What is the Scrabble score for "trail"?
The Scrabble score for "trail" is 5 points.
Using “trail” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "trail" 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, “trail” 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.
Anagrams of “trail”
The letters in “trail” can be rearranged to spell one other word: trial.