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