How many syllables in “gradus”?
syllables in "gradus"
Word details
Syllables
2
gra · dus
Letters
6
g · r · a · d · u · s
Scrabble
8
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About the word “gradus”
The word “gradus” contains 2 syllables, divided as gra · dus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gradus" have?
"gradus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gradus" into syllables?
"gradus" is divided into syllables as: gra · dus.
What is the Scrabble score for "gradus"?
The Scrabble score for "gradus" is 8 points.
Using “gradus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gradus" (gra · dus) 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, “gradus” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “gradus”
The letters in “gradus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: guards.