How many syllables in “gerund”?
syllables in "gerund"
Word details
Syllables
2
ge · rund
Letters
6
g · e · r · u · n · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “gerund”
The word “gerund” contains 2 syllables, divided as ge · rund. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gerund" have?
"gerund" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gerund" into syllables?
"gerund" is divided into syllables as: ge · rund.
What is the Scrabble score for "gerund"?
The Scrabble score for "gerund" is 8 points.
Using “gerund” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gerund" (ge · rund) 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, “gerund” 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 “gerund”
The letters in “gerund” can be rearranged to spell one other word: nudger.