How many syllables in “allonge”?
syllables in "allonge"
Word details
Syllables
2
allo · nge
Letters
7
a · l · l · o · n · g · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “allonge”
The word “allonge” contains 2 syllables, divided as allo · nge. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "allonge" have?
"allonge" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "allonge" into syllables?
"allonge" is divided into syllables as: allo · nge.
What is the Scrabble score for "allonge"?
The Scrabble score for "allonge" is 8 points.
Using “allonge” in writing
Two-syllable words like "allonge" (allo · nge) 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, “allonge” 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 “allonge”
The letters in “allonge” can be rearranged to spell one other word: galleon.