How many syllables in “among”?
syllables in "among"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · mong
Letters
5
a · m · o · n · g
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “among”
The word “among” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · mong. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "among" have?
"among" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "among" into syllables?
"among" is divided into syllables as: a · mong.
What is the Scrabble score for "among"?
The Scrabble score for "among" is 8 points.
Using “among” in writing
Two-syllable words like "among" (a · mong) 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, “among” 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 “among”
The letters in “among” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mango.