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