How many syllables in “grille”?
syllables in "grille"
Word details
Syllables
3
gr · il · le
Letters
6
g · r · i · l · l · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “grille”
The word “grille” contains 3 syllables, divided as gr · il · le. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grille" have?
"grille" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grille" into syllables?
"grille" is divided into syllables as: gr · il · le.
What is the Scrabble score for "grille"?
The Scrabble score for "grille" is 7 points.
Using “grille” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grille" (gr · il · le) 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, “grille” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “grille”
The letters in “grille” can be rearranged to spell one other word: giller.