How many syllables in “gaol”?
syllable in "gaol"
Word details
Syllables
1
gaol
Letters
4
g · a · o · l
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “gaol”
The word “gaol” contains 1 syllable, divided as gaol. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gaol" have?
"gaol" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gaol" into syllables?
"gaol" is divided into syllables as: gaol.
What is the Scrabble score for "gaol"?
The Scrabble score for "gaol" is 5 points.
Using “gaol” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gaol" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gaol” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “gaol”
The letters in “gaol” can be rearranged to spell one other word: goal.