How many syllables in “greyhounds”?
syllables in "greyhounds"
Word details
Syllables
2
grey · hounds
Letters
10
g · r · e · y · h · o · u · n · d · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “greyhounds”
The word “greyhounds” contains 2 syllables, divided as grey · hounds. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "greyhounds" have?
"greyhounds" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "greyhounds" into syllables?
"greyhounds" is divided into syllables as: grey · hounds.
What is the Scrabble score for "greyhounds"?
The Scrabble score for "greyhounds" is 18 points.
Using “greyhounds” in writing
Two-syllable words like "greyhounds" (grey · hounds) 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, “greyhounds” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.