How many syllables in “grisliness”?
syllables in "grisliness"
Word details
Syllables
3
gri · sli · ness
Letters
10
g · r · i · s · l · i · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “grisliness”
The word “grisliness” contains 3 syllables, divided as gri · sli · ness. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grisliness" have?
"grisliness" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grisliness" into syllables?
"grisliness" is divided into syllables as: gri · sli · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "grisliness"?
The Scrabble score for "grisliness" is 11 points.
Using “grisliness” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grisliness" (gri · sli · ness) 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, “grisliness” 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.