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How many syllables in “grillworks”?

2

syllables in "grillworks"

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Word details

Syllables

2

gril · lworks

Letters

10

g · r · i · l · l · w · o · r · k · s

Scrabble

18

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
r1
i1
l1
l1
w4
o1
r1
k5
s1

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About the word “grillworks

The word grillworks contains 2 syllables, divided as gril · lworks. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "grillworks" have?

"grillworks" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "grillworks" into syllables?

"grillworks" is divided into syllables as: gril · lworks.

What is the Scrabble score for "grillworks"?

The Scrabble score for "grillworks" is 18 points.

Using “grillworks” in writing

Two-syllable words like "grillworks" (gril · lworks) 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, grillworks 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.

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