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