How many syllables in “gruesomest”?
syllables in "gruesomest"
Word details
Syllables
3
grue · so · mest
Letters
10
g · r · u · e · s · o · m · e · s · t
Scrabble
13
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About the word “gruesomest”
The word “gruesomest” contains 3 syllables, divided as grue · so · mest. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gruesomest" have?
"gruesomest" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gruesomest" into syllables?
"gruesomest" is divided into syllables as: grue · so · mest.
What is the Scrabble score for "gruesomest"?
The Scrabble score for "gruesomest" is 13 points.
Using “gruesomest” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gruesomest" (grue · so · mest) 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, “gruesomest” 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.