How many syllables in “glom”?
syllable in "glom"
Word details
Syllables
1
glom
Letters
4
g · l · o · m
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “glom”
The word “glom” contains 1 syllable, divided as glom. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glom" have?
"glom" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "glom" into syllables?
"glom" is divided into syllables as: glom.
What is the Scrabble score for "glom"?
The Scrabble score for "glom" is 7 points.
Using “glom” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "glom" 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, “glom” 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.