How many syllables in “grotesques”?
syllables in "grotesques"
Word details
Syllables
3
gro · tes · ques
Letters
10
g · r · o · t · e · s · q · u · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “grotesques”
The word “grotesques” contains 3 syllables, divided as gro · tes · ques. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grotesques" have?
"grotesques" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "grotesques" into syllables?
"grotesques" is divided into syllables as: gro · tes · ques.
What is the Scrabble score for "grotesques"?
The Scrabble score for "grotesques" is 20 points.
Using “grotesques” in writing
Three-syllable words like "grotesques" (gro · tes · ques) 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, “grotesques” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.