How many syllables in “germans”?
syllables in "germans"
Word details
Syllables
2
ger · mans
Letters
7
g · e · r · m · a · n · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “germans”
The word “germans” contains 2 syllables, divided as ger · mans. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "germans" have?
"germans" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "germans" into syllables?
"germans" is divided into syllables as: ger · mans.
What is the Scrabble score for "germans"?
The Scrabble score for "germans" is 10 points.
Using “germans” in writing
Two-syllable words like "germans" (ger · mans) 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, “germans” is worth 10 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 “germans”
The letters in “germans” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: engrams, mangers.