How many syllables in “grimalkins”?
syllables in "grimalkins"
Word details
Syllables
3
gri · mal · kins
Letters
10
g · r · i · m · a · l · k · i · n · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “grimalkins”
The word “grimalkins” contains 3 syllables, divided as gri · mal · kins. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grimalkins" have?
"grimalkins" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grimalkins" into syllables?
"grimalkins" is divided into syllables as: gri · mal · kins.
What is the Scrabble score for "grimalkins"?
The Scrabble score for "grimalkins" is 17 points.
Using “grimalkins” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grimalkins" (gri · mal · kins) 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, “grimalkins” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.