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How many syllables in “grimness”?

2

syllables in "grimness"

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Word details

Syllables

2

grim · ness

Letters

8

g · r · i · m · n · e · s · s

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
r1
i1
m3
n1
e1
s1
s1

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About the word “grimness

The word grimness contains 2 syllables, divided as grim · ness. It has 8 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "grimness" have?

"grimness" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "grimness" into syllables?

"grimness" is divided into syllables as: grim · ness.

What is the Scrabble score for "grimness"?

The Scrabble score for "grimness" is 11 points.

Using “grimness” in writing

Two-syllable words like "grimness" (grim · ness) 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, grimness 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.

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