How many syllables in “general”?
syllables in "general"
Word details
Syllables
3
ge · ne · ral
Letters
7
g · e · n · e · r · a · l
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “general”
The word “general” contains 3 syllables, divided as ge · ne · ral. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "general" have?
"general" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "general" into syllables?
"general" is divided into syllables as: ge · ne · ral.
What is the Scrabble score for "general"?
The Scrabble score for "general" is 8 points.
Using “general” in writing
Three-syllable words like "general" (ge · ne · ral) 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, “general” is worth 8 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 “general”
The letters in “general” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: enlarge, gleaner.