How many syllables in “glossaries”?
syllables in "glossaries"
Word details
Syllables
3
glos · sa · ries
Letters
10
g · l · o · s · s · a · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “glossaries”
The word “glossaries” contains 3 syllables, divided as glos · sa · ries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glossaries" have?
"glossaries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "glossaries" into syllables?
"glossaries" is divided into syllables as: glos · sa · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "glossaries"?
The Scrabble score for "glossaries" is 11 points.
Using “glossaries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "glossaries" (glos · sa · ries) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “glossaries” 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.