How many syllables in “glycerine”?
syllables in "glycerine"
Word details
Syllables
3
gly · cer · ine
Letters
9
g · l · y · c · e · r · i · n · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “glycerine”
The word “glycerine” contains 3 syllables, divided as gly · cer · ine. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glycerine" have?
"glycerine" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "glycerine" into syllables?
"glycerine" is divided into syllables as: gly · cer · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "glycerine"?
The Scrabble score for "glycerine" is 15 points.
Using “glycerine” in writing
Three-syllable words like "glycerine" (gly · cer · ine) 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, “glycerine” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.