How many syllables in “glide”?
syllable in "glide"
Word details
Syllables
1
glide
Letters
5
g · l · i · d · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “glide”
The word “glide” contains 1 syllable, divided as glide. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glide" have?
"glide" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "glide" into syllables?
"glide" is divided into syllables as: glide.
What is the Scrabble score for "glide"?
The Scrabble score for "glide" is 7 points.
Using “glide” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "glide" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “glide” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “glide”
The letters in “glide” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gelid.