How many syllables in “grimaced”?
syllables in "grimaced"
Word details
Syllables
2
grim · aced
Letters
8
g · r · i · m · a · c · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “grimaced”
The word “grimaced” contains 2 syllables, divided as grim · aced. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grimaced" have?
"grimaced" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "grimaced" into syllables?
"grimaced" is divided into syllables as: grim · aced.
What is the Scrabble score for "grimaced"?
The Scrabble score for "grimaced" is 14 points.
Using “grimaced” in writing
Two-syllable words like "grimaced" (grim · aced) 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, “grimaced” is worth 14 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 “grimaced”
The letters in “grimaced” can be rearranged to spell one other word: decigram.