How many syllables in “gleamiest”?
syllables in "gleamiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
glea · miest
Letters
9
g · l · e · a · m · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “gleamiest”
The word “gleamiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as glea · miest. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gleamiest" have?
"gleamiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gleamiest" into syllables?
"gleamiest" is divided into syllables as: glea · miest.
What is the Scrabble score for "gleamiest"?
The Scrabble score for "gleamiest" is 12 points.
Using “gleamiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gleamiest" (glea · miest) 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, “gleamiest” is worth 12 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.