How many syllables in “alongshore”?
syllables in "alongshore"
Word details
Syllables
3
alon · gsho · re
Letters
10
a · l · o · n · g · s · h · o · r · e
Scrabble
14
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About the word “alongshore”
The word “alongshore” contains 3 syllables, divided as alon · gsho · re. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alongshore" have?
"alongshore" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "alongshore" into syllables?
"alongshore" is divided into syllables as: alon · gsho · re.
What is the Scrabble score for "alongshore"?
The Scrabble score for "alongshore" is 14 points.
Using “alongshore” in writing
Three-syllable words like "alongshore" (alon · gsho · re) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “alongshore” is worth 14 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.