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How many syllables in “alway”?

2

syllables in "alway"

alway
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Word details

Syllables

2

al · way

Letters

5

a · l · w · a · y

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

a1
l1
w4
a1
y4

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About the word “alway

The word alway contains 2 syllables, divided as al · way. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "alway" have?

"alway" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "alway" into syllables?

"alway" is divided into syllables as: al · way.

What is the Scrabble score for "alway"?

The Scrabble score for "alway" is 11 points.

Using “alway” in writing

Two-syllable words like "alway" (al · way) 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, alway is worth 11 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.

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