How many syllables in “gimcrackery”?
syllables in "gimcrackery"
Word details
Syllables
4
gim · crac · ke · ry
Letters
11
g · i · m · c · r · a · c · k · e · r · y
Scrabble
25
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About the word “gimcrackery”
The word “gimcrackery” contains 4 syllables, divided as gim · crac · ke · ry. It has 11 letters.
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How many syllables does "gimcrackery" have?
"gimcrackery" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "gimcrackery" into syllables?
"gimcrackery" is divided into syllables as: gim · crac · ke · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "gimcrackery"?
The Scrabble score for "gimcrackery" is 25 points.
Using “gimcrackery” in writing
Four-syllable words like "gimcrackery" (gim · crac · ke · ry) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gimcrackery” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.