How many syllables in “grapeshot”?
syllables in "grapeshot"
Word details
Syllables
3
gra · pes · hot
Letters
9
g · r · a · p · e · s · h · o · t
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “grapeshot”
The word “grapeshot” contains 3 syllables, divided as gra · pes · hot. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grapeshot" have?
"grapeshot" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grapeshot" into syllables?
"grapeshot" is divided into syllables as: gra · pes · hot.
What is the Scrabble score for "grapeshot"?
The Scrabble score for "grapeshot" is 15 points.
Using “grapeshot” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grapeshot" (gra · pes · hot) 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, “grapeshot” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.