How many syllables in “gluttonous”?
syllables in "gluttonous"
Word details
Syllables
3
glut · to · nous
Letters
10
g · l · u · t · t · o · n · o · u · s
Scrabble
11
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About the word “gluttonous”
The word “gluttonous” contains 3 syllables, divided as glut · to · nous. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gluttonous" have?
"gluttonous" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gluttonous" into syllables?
"gluttonous" is divided into syllables as: glut · to · nous.
What is the Scrabble score for "gluttonous"?
The Scrabble score for "gluttonous" is 11 points.
Using “gluttonous” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gluttonous" (glut · to · nous) 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, “gluttonous” 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.