How many syllables in “villus”?
syllables in "villus"
Word details
Syllables
2
vil · lus
Letters
6
v · i · l · l · u · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “villus”
The word “villus” contains 2 syllables, divided as vil · lus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "villus" have?
"villus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "villus" into syllables?
"villus" is divided into syllables as: vil · lus.
What is the Scrabble score for "villus"?
The Scrabble score for "villus" is 9 points.
Using “villus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "villus" (vil · lus) 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, “villus” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.