How many syllables in “alarmingly”?
syllables in "alarmingly"
Word details
Syllables
4
a · lar · min · gly
Letters
10
a · l · a · r · m · i · n · g · l · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “alarmingly”
The word “alarmingly” contains 4 syllables, divided as a · lar · min · gly. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alarmingly" have?
"alarmingly" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "alarmingly" into syllables?
"alarmingly" is divided into syllables as: a · lar · min · gly.
What is the Scrabble score for "alarmingly"?
The Scrabble score for "alarmingly" is 16 points.
Using “alarmingly” in writing
Four-syllable words like "alarmingly" (a · lar · min · gly) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “alarmingly” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “alarmingly”
The letters in “alarmingly” can be rearranged to spell one other word: marginally.