How many syllables in “wineglasses”?
syllables in "wineglasses"
Word details
Syllables
3
wine · glas · ses
Letters
11
w · i · n · e · g · l · a · s · s · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “wineglasses”
The word “wineglasses” contains 3 syllables, divided as wine · glas · ses. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "wineglasses" have?
"wineglasses" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "wineglasses" into syllables?
"wineglasses" is divided into syllables as: wine · glas · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "wineglasses"?
The Scrabble score for "wineglasses" is 15 points.
Using “wineglasses” in writing
Three-syllable words like "wineglasses" (wine · glas · ses) 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, “wineglasses” 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.