How many syllables in “alky”?
syllables in "alky"
Word details
Syllables
2
al · ky
Letters
4
a · l · k · y
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “alky”
The word “alky” contains 2 syllables, divided as al · ky. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alky" have?
"alky" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "alky" into syllables?
"alky" is divided into syllables as: al · ky.
What is the Scrabble score for "alky"?
The Scrabble score for "alky" is 11 points.
Using “alky” in writing
Two-syllable words like "alky" (al · ky) 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, “alky” is worth 11 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 “alky”
The letters in “alky” can be rearranged to spell one other word: laky.