How many syllables in “ailment”?
syllables in "ailment"
Word details
Syllables
2
ail · ment
Letters
7
a · i · l · m · e · n · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ailment”
The word “ailment” contains 2 syllables, divided as ail · ment. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ailment" have?
"ailment" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ailment" into syllables?
"ailment" is divided into syllables as: ail · ment.
What is the Scrabble score for "ailment"?
The Scrabble score for "ailment" is 9 points.
Using “ailment” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ailment" (ail · ment) 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, “ailment” 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.
Anagrams of “ailment”
The letters in “ailment” can be rearranged to spell one other word: aliment.