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How many syllables in “grahams”?

2

syllables in "grahams"

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Word details

Syllables

2

gra · hams

Letters

7

g · r · a · h · a · m · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
r1
a1
h4
a1
m3
s1

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About the word “grahams

The word grahams contains 2 syllables, divided as gra · hams. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "grahams" have?

"grahams" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "grahams" into syllables?

"grahams" is divided into syllables as: gra · hams.

What is the Scrabble score for "grahams"?

The Scrabble score for "grahams" is 13 points.

Using “grahams” in writing

Two-syllable words like "grahams" (gra · hams) 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, grahams is worth 13 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.

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