How many syllables in “guerillas”?
syllables in "guerillas"
Word details
Syllables
3
gue · ril · las
Letters
9
g · u · e · r · i · l · l · a · s
Scrabble
10
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About the word “guerillas”
The word “guerillas” contains 3 syllables, divided as gue · ril · las. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "guerillas" have?
"guerillas" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "guerillas" into syllables?
"guerillas" is divided into syllables as: gue · ril · las.
What is the Scrabble score for "guerillas"?
The Scrabble score for "guerillas" is 10 points.
Using “guerillas” in writing
Three-syllable words like "guerillas" (gue · ril · las) 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, “guerillas” is worth 10 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.