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How many syllables in “glutethimide”?

4

syllables in "glutethimide"

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Word details

Syllables

4

glu · tet · him · ide

Letters

12

g · l · u · t · e · t · h · i · m · i · d · e

Scrabble

19

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
l1
u1
t1
e1
t1
h4
i1
m3
i1
d2
e1

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About the word “glutethimide

The word glutethimide contains 4 syllables, divided as glu · tet · him · ide. It has 12 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "glutethimide" have?

"glutethimide" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "glutethimide" into syllables?

"glutethimide" is divided into syllables as: glu · tet · him · ide.

What is the Scrabble score for "glutethimide"?

The Scrabble score for "glutethimide" is 19 points.

Using “glutethimide” in writing

Four-syllable words like "glutethimide" (glu · tet · him · ide) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, glutethimide is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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