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