How many syllables in “glamourous”?
syllables in "glamourous"
Word details
Syllables
3
gla · mou · rous
Letters
10
g · l · a · m · o · u · r · o · u · s
Scrabble
13
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About the word “glamourous”
The word “glamourous” contains 3 syllables, divided as gla · mou · rous. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glamourous" have?
"glamourous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "glamourous" into syllables?
"glamourous" is divided into syllables as: gla · mou · rous.
What is the Scrabble score for "glamourous"?
The Scrabble score for "glamourous" is 13 points.
Using “glamourous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "glamourous" (gla · mou · rous) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “glamourous” is worth 13 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.