How many syllables in “allude”?
syllables in "allude"
Word details
Syllables
2
all · ude
Letters
6
a · l · l · u · d · e
Scrabble
7
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About the word “allude”
The word “allude” contains 2 syllables, divided as all · ude. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "allude" have?
"allude" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "allude" into syllables?
"allude" is divided into syllables as: all · ude.
What is the Scrabble score for "allude"?
The Scrabble score for "allude" is 7 points.
Using “allude” in writing
Two-syllable words like "allude" (all · ude) 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, “allude” is worth 7 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 “allude”
The letters in “allude” can be rearranged to spell one other word: aludel.