How many syllables in “awless”?
syllables in "awless"
Word details
Syllables
2
aw · less
Letters
6
a · w · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “awless”
The word “awless” contains 2 syllables, divided as aw · less. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "awless" have?
"awless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "awless" into syllables?
"awless" is divided into syllables as: aw · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "awless"?
The Scrabble score for "awless" is 9 points.
Using “awless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "awless" (aw · less) 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, “awless” is worth 9 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 “awless”
The letters in “awless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: swales.