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How many syllables in “agalwood”?

3

syllables in "agalwood"

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Word details

Syllables

3

a · gal · wood

Letters

8

a · g · a · l · w · o · o · d

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
g2
a1
l1
w4
o1
o1
d2

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About the word “agalwood

The word agalwood contains 3 syllables, divided as a · gal · wood. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "agalwood" have?

"agalwood" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "agalwood" into syllables?

"agalwood" is divided into syllables as: a · gal · wood.

What is the Scrabble score for "agalwood"?

The Scrabble score for "agalwood" is 13 points.

Using “agalwood” in writing

Three-syllable words like "agalwood" (a · gal · wood) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, agalwood is worth 13 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.

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