How many syllables in “gleaners”?
syllables in "gleaners"
Word details
Syllables
2
glea · ners
Letters
8
g · l · e · a · n · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gleaners”
The word “gleaners” contains 2 syllables, divided as glea · ners. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gleaners" have?
"gleaners" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gleaners" into syllables?
"gleaners" is divided into syllables as: glea · ners.
What is the Scrabble score for "gleaners"?
The Scrabble score for "gleaners" is 9 points.
Using “gleaners” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gleaners" (glea · ners) 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, “gleaners” is worth 9 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 “gleaners”
The letters in “gleaners” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: enlarges, generals.