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How many syllables in “gangues”?

2

syllables in "gangues"

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Word details

Syllables

2

gan · gues

Letters

7

g · a · n · g · u · e · s

Scrabble

9

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
a1
n1
g2
u1
e1
s1

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About the word “gangues

The word gangues contains 2 syllables, divided as gan · gues. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "gangues" have?

"gangues" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "gangues" into syllables?

"gangues" is divided into syllables as: gan · gues.

What is the Scrabble score for "gangues"?

The Scrabble score for "gangues" is 9 points.

Using “gangues” in writing

Two-syllable words like "gangues" (gan · gues) 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, gangues is worth 9 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.

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