How many syllables in “along”?
syllables in "along"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · long
Letters
5
a · l · o · n · g
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “along”
The word “along” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · long. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "along" have?
"along" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "along" into syllables?
"along" is divided into syllables as: a · long.
What is the Scrabble score for "along"?
The Scrabble score for "along" is 6 points.
Using “along” in writing
Two-syllable words like "along" (a · long) 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, “along” is worth 6 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 “along”
The letters in “along” can be rearranged to spell one other word: logan.