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How many syllables in “ahold”?

2

syllables in "ahold"

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Word details

Syllables

2

a · hold

Letters

5

a · h · o · l · d

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
h4
o1
l1
d2

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About the word “ahold

The word ahold contains 2 syllables, divided as a · hold. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "ahold" have?

"ahold" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "ahold" into syllables?

"ahold" is divided into syllables as: a · hold.

What is the Scrabble score for "ahold"?

The Scrabble score for "ahold" is 9 points.

Using “ahold” in writing

Two-syllable words like "ahold" (a · hold) 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, ahold 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.

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