How many syllables in “floodgate”?
syllables in "floodgate"
Word details
Syllables
2
flood · gate
Letters
9
f · l · o · o · d · g · a · t · e
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “floodgate”
The word “floodgate” contains 2 syllables, divided as flood · gate. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "floodgate" have?
"floodgate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "floodgate" into syllables?
"floodgate" is divided into syllables as: flood · gate.
What is the Scrabble score for "floodgate"?
The Scrabble score for "floodgate" is 14 points.
Using “floodgate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "floodgate" (flood · gate) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “floodgate” is worth 14 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.