How many syllables in “algum”?
syllables in "algum"
Word details
Syllables
2
al · gum
Letters
5
a · l · g · u · m
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “algum”
The word “algum” contains 2 syllables, divided as al · gum. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "algum" have?
"algum" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "algum" into syllables?
"algum" is divided into syllables as: al · gum.
What is the Scrabble score for "algum"?
The Scrabble score for "algum" is 8 points.
Using “algum” in writing
Two-syllable words like "algum" (al · gum) 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, “algum” is worth 8 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 “algum”
The letters in “algum” can be rearranged to spell one other word: almug.