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How many syllables in “vamose”?

2

syllables in "vamose"

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Word details

Syllables

2

vam · ose

Letters

6

v · a · m · o · s · e

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

v4
a1
m3
o1
s1
e1

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About the word “vamose

The word vamose contains 2 syllables, divided as vam · ose. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "vamose" have?

"vamose" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "vamose" into syllables?

"vamose" is divided into syllables as: vam · ose.

What is the Scrabble score for "vamose"?

The Scrabble score for "vamose" is 11 points.

Using “vamose” in writing

Two-syllable words like "vamose" (vam · ose) 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, vamose is worth 11 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.

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