How many syllables in “igloo”?
syllables in "igloo"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · gloo
Letters
5
i · g · l · o · o
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “igloo”
The word “igloo” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · gloo. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "igloo" have?
"igloo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "igloo" into syllables?
"igloo" is divided into syllables as: i · gloo.
What is the Scrabble score for "igloo"?
The Scrabble score for "igloo" is 6 points.
Using “igloo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "igloo" (i · gloo) 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, “igloo” 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 “igloo”
The letters in “igloo” can be rearranged to spell one other word: logoi.