How many syllables in “align”?
syllables in "align"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · lign
Letters
5
a · l · i · g · n
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “align”
The word “align” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · lign. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "align" have?
"align" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "align" into syllables?
"align" is divided into syllables as: a · lign.
What is the Scrabble score for "align"?
The Scrabble score for "align" is 6 points.
Using “align” in writing
Two-syllable words like "align" (a · lign) 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, “align” is worth 6 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 “align”
The letters in “align” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: algin, liang, ligan, linga.