How many syllables in “grillades”?
syllables in "grillades"
Word details
Syllables
3
gril · la · des
Letters
9
g · r · i · l · l · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “grillades”
The word “grillades” contains 3 syllables, divided as gril · la · des. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grillades" have?
"grillades" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grillades" into syllables?
"grillades" is divided into syllables as: gril · la · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "grillades"?
The Scrabble score for "grillades" is 11 points.
Using “grillades” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grillades" (gril · la · des) 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, “grillades” is worth 11 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.