How many syllables in “alkies”?
syllables in "alkies"
Word details
Syllables
2
al · kies
Letters
6
a · l · k · i · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “alkies”
The word “alkies” contains 2 syllables, divided as al · kies. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alkies" have?
"alkies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "alkies" into syllables?
"alkies" is divided into syllables as: al · kies.
What is the Scrabble score for "alkies"?
The Scrabble score for "alkies" is 10 points.
Using “alkies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "alkies" (al · kies) 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, “alkies” is worth 10 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 “alkies”
The letters in “alkies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alsike.