How many syllables in “greasers”?
syllables in "greasers"
Word details
Syllables
2
grea · sers
Letters
8
g · r · e · a · s · e · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “greasers”
The word “greasers” contains 2 syllables, divided as grea · sers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "greasers" have?
"greasers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "greasers" into syllables?
"greasers" is divided into syllables as: grea · sers.
What is the Scrabble score for "greasers"?
The Scrabble score for "greasers" is 9 points.
Using “greasers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "greasers" (grea · sers) 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, “greasers” 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.