How many syllables in “aloft”?
syllables in "aloft"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · loft
Letters
5
a · l · o · f · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “aloft”
The word “aloft” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · loft. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "aloft" have?
"aloft" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "aloft" into syllables?
"aloft" is divided into syllables as: a · loft.
What is the Scrabble score for "aloft"?
The Scrabble score for "aloft" is 8 points.
Using “aloft” in writing
Two-syllable words like "aloft" (a · loft) 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, “aloft” is worth 8 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 “aloft”
The letters in “aloft” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: float, flota.