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How many syllables in “grimnesses”?

2

syllables in "grimnesses"

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Word details

Syllables

2

grimn · esses

Letters

10

g · r · i · m · n · e · s · s · e · s

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
r1
i1
m3
n1
e1
s1
s1
e1
s1

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About the word “grimnesses

The word grimnesses contains 2 syllables, divided as grimn · esses. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "grimnesses" have?

"grimnesses" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "grimnesses" into syllables?

"grimnesses" is divided into syllables as: grimn · esses.

What is the Scrabble score for "grimnesses"?

The Scrabble score for "grimnesses" is 13 points.

Using “grimnesses” in writing

Two-syllable words like "grimnesses" (grimn · esses) 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, grimnesses is worth 13 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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