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How many syllables in “grossly”?

2

syllables in "grossly"

grossly
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Word details

Syllables

2

gros · sly

Letters

7

g · r · o · s · s · l · y

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
r1
o1
s1
s1
l1
y4

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About the word “grossly

The word grossly contains 2 syllables, divided as gros · sly. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "grossly" have?

"grossly" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "grossly" into syllables?

"grossly" is divided into syllables as: gros · sly.

What is the Scrabble score for "grossly"?

The Scrabble score for "grossly" is 11 points.

Using “grossly” in writing

Two-syllable words like "grossly" (gros · sly) 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, grossly 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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