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