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