How many syllables in “gristmills”?
syllables in "gristmills"
Word details
Syllables
2
gris · tmills
Letters
10
g · r · i · s · t · m · i · l · l · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “gristmills”
The word “gristmills” contains 2 syllables, divided as gris · tmills. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gristmills" have?
"gristmills" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gristmills" into syllables?
"gristmills" is divided into syllables as: gris · tmills.
What is the Scrabble score for "gristmills"?
The Scrabble score for "gristmills" is 13 points.
Using “gristmills” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gristmills" (gris · tmills) 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, “gristmills” 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.