How many syllables in “glanders”?
syllables in "glanders"
Word details
Syllables
2
glan · ders
Letters
8
g · l · a · n · d · e · r · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “glanders”
The word “glanders” contains 2 syllables, divided as glan · ders. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glanders" have?
"glanders" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "glanders" into syllables?
"glanders" is divided into syllables as: glan · ders.
What is the Scrabble score for "glanders"?
The Scrabble score for "glanders" is 10 points.
Using “glanders” in writing
Two-syllable words like "glanders" (glan · ders) 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, “glanders” is worth 10 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 “glanders”
The letters in “glanders” can be rearranged to spell one other word: danglers.