How many syllables in “trellis”?
syllables in "trellis"
Word details
Syllables
2
trel · lis
Letters
7
t · r · e · l · l · i · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “trellis”
The word “trellis” contains 2 syllables, divided as trel · lis. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "trellis" have?
"trellis" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "trellis" into syllables?
"trellis" is divided into syllables as: trel · lis.
What is the Scrabble score for "trellis"?
The Scrabble score for "trellis" is 7 points.
Using “trellis” in writing
Two-syllable words like "trellis" (trel · lis) 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, “trellis” is worth 7 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 “trellis”
The letters in “trellis” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: rillets, stiller, tillers.