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How many syllables in “ganglioside”?

3

syllables in "ganglioside"

ganglioside
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Word details

Syllables

3

gang · lios · ide

Letters

11

g · a · n · g · l · i · o · s · i · d · e

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
a1
n1
g2
l1
i1
o1
s1
i1
d2
e1

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About the word “ganglioside

The word ganglioside contains 3 syllables, divided as gang · lios · ide. It has 11 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "ganglioside" have?

"ganglioside" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "ganglioside" into syllables?

"ganglioside" is divided into syllables as: gang · lios · ide.

What is the Scrabble score for "ganglioside"?

The Scrabble score for "ganglioside" is 14 points.

Using “ganglioside” in writing

Three-syllable words like "ganglioside" (gang · lios · ide) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, ganglioside is worth 14 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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