How many syllables in “alist”?
syllables in "alist"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · list
Letters
5
a · l · i · s · t
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “alist”
The word “alist” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · list. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alist" have?
"alist" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "alist" into syllables?
"alist" is divided into syllables as: a · list.
What is the Scrabble score for "alist"?
The Scrabble score for "alist" is 5 points.
Using “alist” in writing
Two-syllable words like "alist" (a · list) 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, “alist” 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 “alist”
The letters in “alist” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: litas, tails.