How many syllables in “grillade”?
syllables in "grillade"
Word details
Syllables
2
gril · lade
Letters
8
g · r · i · l · l · a · d · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “grillade”
The word “grillade” contains 2 syllables, divided as gril · lade. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grillade" have?
"grillade" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "grillade" into syllables?
"grillade" is divided into syllables as: gril · lade.
What is the Scrabble score for "grillade"?
The Scrabble score for "grillade" is 10 points.
Using “grillade” in writing
Two-syllable words like "grillade" (gril · lade) 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, “grillade” 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 “grillade”
The letters in “grillade” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gladlier.