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