How many syllables in “girlish”?
syllables in "girlish"
Word details
Syllables
2
gir · lish
Letters
7
g · i · r · l · i · s · h
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “girlish”
The word “girlish” contains 2 syllables, divided as gir · lish. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "girlish" have?
"girlish" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "girlish" into syllables?
"girlish" is divided into syllables as: gir · lish.
What is the Scrabble score for "girlish"?
The Scrabble score for "girlish" is 11 points.
Using “girlish” in writing
Two-syllable words like "girlish" (gir · lish) 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, “girlish” is worth 11 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.