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