How many syllables in “greyhound”?
syllables in "greyhound"
Word details
Syllables
2
grey · hound
Letters
9
g · r · e · y · h · o · u · n · d
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “greyhound”
The word “greyhound” contains 2 syllables, divided as grey · hound. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "greyhound" have?
"greyhound" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "greyhound" into syllables?
"greyhound" is divided into syllables as: grey · hound.
What is the Scrabble score for "greyhound"?
The Scrabble score for "greyhound" is 17 points.
Using “greyhound” in writing
Two-syllable words like "greyhound" (grey · hound) 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, “greyhound” 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.