How many syllables in “gantries”?
syllables in "gantries"
Word details
Syllables
2
gan · tries
Letters
8
g · a · n · t · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gantries”
The word “gantries” contains 2 syllables, divided as gan · tries. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gantries" have?
"gantries" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gantries" into syllables?
"gantries" is divided into syllables as: gan · tries.
What is the Scrabble score for "gantries"?
The Scrabble score for "gantries" is 9 points.
Using “gantries” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gantries" (gan · tries) 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, “gantries” is worth 9 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 “gantries”
The letters in “gantries” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: angriest, astringe, ganister, granites, ingrates, rangiest.