How many syllables in “alow”?
syllables in "alow"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · low
Letters
4
a · l · o · w
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “alow”
The word “alow” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · low. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "alow" have?
"alow" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "alow" into syllables?
"alow" is divided into syllables as: a · low.
What is the Scrabble score for "alow"?
The Scrabble score for "alow" is 7 points.
Using “alow” in writing
Two-syllable words like "alow" (a · low) 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, “alow” is worth 7 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 “alow”
The letters in “alow” can be rearranged to spell one other word: awol.