How many syllables in “glabrous”?
syllables in "glabrous"
Word details
Syllables
2
gla · brous
Letters
8
g · l · a · b · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “glabrous”
The word “glabrous” contains 2 syllables, divided as gla · brous. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glabrous" have?
"glabrous" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "glabrous" into syllables?
"glabrous" is divided into syllables as: gla · brous.
What is the Scrabble score for "glabrous"?
The Scrabble score for "glabrous" is 11 points.
Using “glabrous” in writing
Two-syllable words like "glabrous" (gla · brous) 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, “glabrous” 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.