How many syllables in “gregarious”?
syllables in "gregarious"
Word details
Syllables
3
grega · rious
Letters
10
g · r · e · g · a · r · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
12
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About the word “gregarious”
The word “gregarious” contains 3 syllables, divided as grega · rious. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gregarious" have?
"gregarious" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gregarious" into syllables?
"gregarious" is divided into syllables as: grega · rious.
What is the Scrabble score for "gregarious"?
The Scrabble score for "gregarious" is 12 points.
Using “gregarious” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gregarious" (grega · rious) 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, “gregarious” is worth 12 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.