How many syllables in “igloos”?
syllables in "igloos"
Word details
Syllables
2
i · gloos
Letters
6
i · g · l · o · o · s
Scrabble
7
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About the word “igloos”
The word “igloos” contains 2 syllables, divided as i · gloos. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "igloos" have?
"igloos" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "igloos" into syllables?
"igloos" is divided into syllables as: i · gloos.
What is the Scrabble score for "igloos"?
The Scrabble score for "igloos" is 7 points.
Using “igloos” in writing
Two-syllable words like "igloos" (i · gloos) 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, “igloos” 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 “igloos”
The letters in “igloos” can be rearranged to spell one other word: isolog.