How many syllables in “gruesomeness”?
syllables in "gruesomeness"
Word details
Syllables
4
grue · so · me · ness
Letters
12
g · r · u · e · s · o · m · e · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “gruesomeness”
The word “gruesomeness” contains 4 syllables, divided as grue · so · me · ness. It has 12 letters.
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How many syllables does "gruesomeness" have?
"gruesomeness" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "gruesomeness" into syllables?
"gruesomeness" is divided into syllables as: grue · so · me · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "gruesomeness"?
The Scrabble score for "gruesomeness" is 15 points.
Using “gruesomeness” in writing
Four-syllable words like "gruesomeness" (grue · so · me · ness) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gruesomeness” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.