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How many syllables in “gemmy”?

2

syllables in "gemmy"

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Word details

Syllables

2

gem · my

Letters

5

g · e · m · m · y

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
e1
m3
m3
y4

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About the word “gemmy

The word gemmy contains 2 syllables, divided as gem · my. It has 5 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "gemmy" have?

"gemmy" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "gemmy" into syllables?

"gemmy" is divided into syllables as: gem · my.

What is the Scrabble score for "gemmy"?

The Scrabble score for "gemmy" is 13 points.

Using “gemmy” in writing

Two-syllable words like "gemmy" (gem · my) 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, gemmy is worth 13 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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