How many syllables in “gendarme”?
syllables in "gendarme"
Word details
Syllables
2
gend · arme
Letters
8
g · e · n · d · a · r · m · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “gendarme”
The word “gendarme” contains 2 syllables, divided as gend · arme. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gendarme" have?
"gendarme" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gendarme" into syllables?
"gendarme" is divided into syllables as: gend · arme.
What is the Scrabble score for "gendarme"?
The Scrabble score for "gendarme" is 12 points.
Using “gendarme” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gendarme" (gend · arme) 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, “gendarme” 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.