How many syllables in “glioma”?
syllables in "glioma"
Word details
Syllables
2
glio · ma
Letters
6
g · l · i · o · m · a
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “glioma”
The word “glioma” contains 2 syllables, divided as glio · ma. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glioma" have?
"glioma" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "glioma" into syllables?
"glioma" is divided into syllables as: glio · ma.
What is the Scrabble score for "glioma"?
The Scrabble score for "glioma" is 9 points.
Using “glioma” in writing
Two-syllable words like "glioma" (glio · ma) 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, “glioma” 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.