How many syllables in “awe”?
syllables in "awe"
Word details
Syllables
2
awe
Letters
3
a · w · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “awe”
The word “awe” contains 2 syllables, divided as awe. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "awe" have?
"awe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "awe" into syllables?
"awe" is divided into syllables as: awe.
What is the Scrabble score for "awe"?
The Scrabble score for "awe" is 6 points.
Using “awe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "awe" (awe) 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, “awe” 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 “awe”
The letters in “awe” can be rearranged to spell one other word: wae.