How many syllables in “alef”?
syllables in "alef"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · lef
Letters
4
a · l · e · f
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “alef”
The word “alef” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · lef. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alef" have?
"alef" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "alef" into syllables?
"alef" is divided into syllables as: a · lef.
What is the Scrabble score for "alef"?
The Scrabble score for "alef" is 7 points.
Using “alef” in writing
Two-syllable words like "alef" (a · lef) 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, “alef” is worth 7 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 “alef”
The letters in “alef” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: feal, flea, leaf.