How many syllables in “lowish”?
syllables in "lowish"
Word details
Syllables
2
lo · wish
Letters
6
l · o · w · i · s · h
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “lowish”
The word “lowish” contains 2 syllables, divided as lo · wish. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lowish" have?
"lowish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lowish" into syllables?
"lowish" is divided into syllables as: lo · wish.
What is the Scrabble score for "lowish"?
The Scrabble score for "lowish" is 12 points.
Using “lowish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lowish" (lo · wish) 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, “lowish” is worth 12 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 “lowish”
The letters in “lowish” can be rearranged to spell one other word: owlish.