How many syllables in “alb”?
syllable in "alb"
Word details
Syllables
1
alb
Letters
3
a · l · b
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “alb”
The word “alb” contains 1 syllable, divided as alb. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alb" have?
"alb" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "alb" into syllables?
"alb" is divided into syllables as: alb.
What is the Scrabble score for "alb"?
The Scrabble score for "alb" is 5 points.
Using “alb” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "alb" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “alb” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “alb”
The letters in “alb” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: bal, lab.