How many syllables in “grandnephews”?
syllables in "grandnephews"
Word details
Syllables
3
gran · dnep · hews
Letters
12
g · r · a · n · d · n · e · p · h · e · w · s
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “grandnephews”
The word “grandnephews” contains 3 syllables, divided as gran · dnep · hews. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grandnephews" have?
"grandnephews" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grandnephews" into syllables?
"grandnephews" is divided into syllables as: gran · dnep · hews.
What is the Scrabble score for "grandnephews"?
The Scrabble score for "grandnephews" is 22 points.
Using “grandnephews” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grandnephews" (gran · dnep · hews) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “grandnephews” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.