How many syllables in “almah”?
syllables in "almah"
Word details
Syllables
2
al · mah
Letters
5
a · l · m · a · h
Scrabble
10
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About the word “almah”
The word “almah” contains 2 syllables, divided as al · mah. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "almah" have?
"almah" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "almah" into syllables?
"almah" is divided into syllables as: al · mah.
What is the Scrabble score for "almah"?
The Scrabble score for "almah" is 10 points.
Using “almah” in writing
Two-syllable words like "almah" (al · mah) 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, “almah” 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 “almah”
The letters in “almah” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: halma, hamal.