How many syllables in “graylings”?
syllables in "graylings"
Word details
Syllables
2
gray · lings
Letters
9
g · r · a · y · l · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “graylings”
The word “graylings” contains 2 syllables, divided as gray · lings. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "graylings" have?
"graylings" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "graylings" into syllables?
"graylings" is divided into syllables as: gray · lings.
What is the Scrabble score for "graylings"?
The Scrabble score for "graylings" is 14 points.
Using “graylings” in writing
Two-syllable words like "graylings" (gray · lings) 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, “graylings” is worth 14 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.