How many syllables in “gearwheels”?
syllables in "gearwheels"
Word details
Syllables
2
gear · wheels
Letters
10
g · e · a · r · w · h · e · e · l · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “gearwheels”
The word “gearwheels” contains 2 syllables, divided as gear · wheels. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gearwheels" have?
"gearwheels" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gearwheels" into syllables?
"gearwheels" is divided into syllables as: gear · wheels.
What is the Scrabble score for "gearwheels"?
The Scrabble score for "gearwheels" is 17 points.
Using “gearwheels” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gearwheels" (gear · wheels) 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, “gearwheels” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.