How many syllables in “veil”?
syllable in "veil"
Word details
Syllables
1
veil
Letters
4
v · e · i · l
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “veil”
The word “veil” contains 1 syllable, divided as veil. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "veil" have?
"veil" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "veil" into syllables?
"veil" is divided into syllables as: veil.
What is the Scrabble score for "veil"?
The Scrabble score for "veil" is 7 points.
Using “veil” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "veil" 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, “veil” 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 “veil”
The letters in “veil” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: evil, live, vile.