How many syllables in “awol”?
syllables in "awol"
Word details
Syllables
2
a · wol
Letters
4
a · w · o · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “awol”
The word “awol” contains 2 syllables, divided as a · wol. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "awol" have?
"awol" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "awol" into syllables?
"awol" is divided into syllables as: a · wol.
What is the Scrabble score for "awol"?
The Scrabble score for "awol" is 7 points.
Using “awol” in writing
Two-syllable words like "awol" (a · wol) 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, “awol” is worth 7 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 “awol”
The letters in “awol” can be rearranged to spell one other word: alow.