How many syllables in “aloe”?
syllables in "aloe"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · loe
Letters
4
a · l · o · e
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “aloe”
The word “aloe” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · loe. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aloe" have?
"aloe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aloe" into syllables?
"aloe" is divided into syllables as: a · loe.
What is the Scrabble score for "aloe"?
The Scrabble score for "aloe" is 4 points.
Using “aloe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aloe" (a · loe) 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, “aloe” is worth 4 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 “aloe”
The letters in “aloe” can be rearranged to spell one other word: olea.