How many syllables in “genuflect”?
syllables in "genuflect"
Word details
Syllables
3
ge · nu · flect
Letters
9
g · e · n · u · f · l · e · c · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “genuflect”
The word “genuflect” contains 3 syllables, divided as ge · nu · flect. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "genuflect" have?
"genuflect" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "genuflect" into syllables?
"genuflect" is divided into syllables as: ge · nu · flect.
What is the Scrabble score for "genuflect"?
The Scrabble score for "genuflect" is 15 points.
Using “genuflect” in writing
Three-syllable words like "genuflect" (ge · nu · flect) 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, “genuflect” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.