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How many syllables in “glossemes”?

3

syllables in "glossemes"

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Word details

Syllables

3

glos · se · mes

Letters

9

g · l · o · s · s · e · m · e · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
l1
o1
s1
s1
e1
m3
e1
s1

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About the word “glossemes

The word glossemes contains 3 syllables, divided as glos · se · mes. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "glossemes" have?

"glossemes" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "glossemes" into syllables?

"glossemes" is divided into syllables as: glos · se · mes.

What is the Scrabble score for "glossemes"?

The Scrabble score for "glossemes" is 12 points.

Using “glossemes” in writing

Three-syllable words like "glossemes" (glos · se · mes) 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, glossemes is worth 12 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.

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