How many syllables in “graybeards”?
syllables in "graybeards"
Word details
Syllables
2
gray · beards
Letters
10
g · r · a · y · b · e · a · r · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “graybeards”
The word “graybeards” contains 2 syllables, divided as gray · beards. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "graybeards" have?
"graybeards" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "graybeards" into syllables?
"graybeards" is divided into syllables as: gray · beards.
What is the Scrabble score for "graybeards"?
The Scrabble score for "graybeards" is 17 points.
Using “graybeards” in writing
Two-syllable words like "graybeards" (gray · beards) 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, “graybeards” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.