How many syllables in “gneissoid”?
syllables in "gneissoid"
Word details
Syllables
2
gneis · soid
Letters
9
g · n · e · i · s · s · o · i · d
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “gneissoid”
The word “gneissoid” contains 2 syllables, divided as gneis · soid. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gneissoid" have?
"gneissoid" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gneissoid" into syllables?
"gneissoid" is divided into syllables as: gneis · soid.
What is the Scrabble score for "gneissoid"?
The Scrabble score for "gneissoid" is 11 points.
Using “gneissoid” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gneissoid" (gneis · soid) 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, “gneissoid” 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.