How many syllables in “gleeful”?
syllables in "gleeful"
Word details
Syllables
2
glee · ful
Letters
7
g · l · e · e · f · u · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “gleeful”
The word “gleeful” contains 2 syllables, divided as glee · ful. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gleeful" have?
"gleeful" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gleeful" into syllables?
"gleeful" is divided into syllables as: glee · ful.
What is the Scrabble score for "gleeful"?
The Scrabble score for "gleeful" is 11 points.
Using “gleeful” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gleeful" (glee · ful) 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, “gleeful” 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.