How many syllables in “glycol”?
syllables in "glycol"
Word details
Syllables
2
gly · col
Letters
6
g · l · y · c · o · l
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “glycol”
The word “glycol” contains 2 syllables, divided as gly · col. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "glycol" have?
"glycol" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "glycol" into syllables?
"glycol" is divided into syllables as: gly · col.
What is the Scrabble score for "glycol"?
The Scrabble score for "glycol" is 12 points.
Using “glycol” in writing
Two-syllable words like "glycol" (gly · col) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “glycol” 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.