How many syllables in “elbow”?
syllables in "elbow"
Word details
Syllables
2
el · bow
Letters
5
e · l · b · o · w
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “elbow”
The word “elbow” contains 2 syllables, divided as el · bow. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "elbow" have?
"elbow" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "elbow" into syllables?
"elbow" is divided into syllables as: el · bow.
What is the Scrabble score for "elbow"?
The Scrabble score for "elbow" is 10 points.
Using “elbow” in writing
Two-syllable words like "elbow" (el · bow) 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, “elbow” is worth 10 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 “elbow”
The letters in “elbow” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: below, bowel.