How many syllables in “gargoyles”?
syllables in "gargoyles"
Word details
Syllables
3
gar · goy · les
Letters
9
g · a · r · g · o · y · l · e · s
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “gargoyles”
The word “gargoyles” contains 3 syllables, divided as gar · goy · les. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gargoyles" have?
"gargoyles" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gargoyles" into syllables?
"gargoyles" is divided into syllables as: gar · goy · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "gargoyles"?
The Scrabble score for "gargoyles" is 14 points.
Using “gargoyles” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gargoyles" (gar · goy · les) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gargoyles” 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.