How many syllables in “allows”?
syllables in "allows"
Word details
Syllables
2
al · lows
Letters
6
a · l · l · o · w · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “allows”
The word “allows” contains 2 syllables, divided as al · lows. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "allows" have?
"allows" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "allows" into syllables?
"allows" is divided into syllables as: al · lows.
What is the Scrabble score for "allows"?
The Scrabble score for "allows" is 9 points.
Using “allows” in writing
Two-syllable words like "allows" (al · lows) 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, “allows” is worth 9 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 “allows”
The letters in “allows” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sallow.