How many syllables in “gambler”?
syllables in "gambler"
Word details
Syllables
2
gam · bler
Letters
7
g · a · m · b · l · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “gambler”
The word “gambler” contains 2 syllables, divided as gam · bler. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gambler" have?
"gambler" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gambler" into syllables?
"gambler" is divided into syllables as: gam · bler.
What is the Scrabble score for "gambler"?
The Scrabble score for "gambler" is 12 points.
Using “gambler” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gambler" (gam · bler) 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, “gambler” is worth 12 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.
Anagrams of “gambler”
The letters in “gambler” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gambrel.