How many syllables in “grander”?
syllables in "grander"
Word details
Syllables
2
gran · der
Letters
7
g · r · a · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “grander”
The word “grander” contains 2 syllables, divided as gran · der. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grander" have?
"grander" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "grander" into syllables?
"grander" is divided into syllables as: gran · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "grander"?
The Scrabble score for "grander" is 9 points.
Using “grander” in writing
Two-syllable words like "grander" (gran · der) 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, “grander” is worth 9 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 “grander”
The letters in “grander” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gnarred.