How many syllables in “genuflects”?
syllables in "genuflects"
Word details
Syllables
3
ge · nu · flects
Letters
10
g · e · n · u · f · l · e · c · t · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “genuflects”
The word “genuflects” contains 3 syllables, divided as ge · nu · flects. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "genuflects" have?
"genuflects" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "genuflects" into syllables?
"genuflects" is divided into syllables as: ge · nu · flects.
What is the Scrabble score for "genuflects"?
The Scrabble score for "genuflects" is 16 points.
Using “genuflects” in writing
Three-syllable words like "genuflects" (ge · nu · flects) 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, “genuflects” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.