How many syllables in “gremlin”?
syllables in "gremlin"
Word details
Syllables
2
grem · lin
Letters
7
g · r · e · m · l · i · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “gremlin”
The word “gremlin” contains 2 syllables, divided as grem · lin. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gremlin" have?
"gremlin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gremlin" into syllables?
"gremlin" is divided into syllables as: grem · lin.
What is the Scrabble score for "gremlin"?
The Scrabble score for "gremlin" is 10 points.
Using “gremlin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gremlin" (grem · lin) 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, “gremlin” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “gremlin”
The letters in “gremlin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: mingler.