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How many syllables in “wallops”?

2

syllables in "wallops"

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Word details

Syllables

2

wal · lops

Letters

7

w · a · l · l · o · p · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

w4
a1
l1
l1
o1
p3
s1

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About the word “wallops

The word wallops contains 2 syllables, divided as wal · lops. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "wallops" have?

"wallops" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "wallops" into syllables?

"wallops" is divided into syllables as: wal · lops.

What is the Scrabble score for "wallops"?

The Scrabble score for "wallops" is 12 points.

Using “wallops” in writing

Two-syllable words like "wallops" (wal · lops) 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, wallops 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.

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