How many syllables in “altars”?
syllables in "altars"
Word details
Syllables
2
al · tars
Letters
6
a · l · t · a · r · s
Scrabble
6
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About the word “altars”
The word “altars” contains 2 syllables, divided as al · tars. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "altars" have?
"altars" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "altars" into syllables?
"altars" is divided into syllables as: al · tars.
What is the Scrabble score for "altars"?
The Scrabble score for "altars" is 6 points.
Using “altars” in writing
Two-syllable words like "altars" (al · tars) 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, “altars” 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 “altars”
The letters in “altars” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: astral, ratals, talars, tarsal.