How many syllables in “glandless”?
syllables in "glandless"
Word details
Syllables
2
glan · dless
Letters
9
g · l · a · n · d · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “glandless”
The word “glandless” contains 2 syllables, divided as glan · dless. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glandless" have?
"glandless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "glandless" into syllables?
"glandless" is divided into syllables as: glan · dless.
What is the Scrabble score for "glandless"?
The Scrabble score for "glandless" is 11 points.
Using “glandless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "glandless" (glan · dless) 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, “glandless” 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.