How many syllables in “gander”?
syllables in "gander"
Word details
Syllables
2
gan · der
Letters
6
g · a · n · d · e · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “gander”
The word “gander” contains 2 syllables, divided as gan · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gander" have?
"gander" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gander" into syllables?
"gander" is divided into syllables as: gan · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "gander"?
The Scrabble score for "gander" is 8 points.
Using “gander” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gander" (gan · der) 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, “gander” is worth 8 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 “gander”
The letters in “gander” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: danger, garden, ranged.