How many syllables in “gast”?
syllable in "gast"
Word details
Syllables
1
gast
Letters
4
g · a · s · t
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “gast”
The word “gast” contains 1 syllable, divided as gast. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gast" have?
"gast" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gast" into syllables?
"gast" is divided into syllables as: gast.
What is the Scrabble score for "gast"?
The Scrabble score for "gast" is 5 points.
Using “gast” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gast" 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, “gast” 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 “gast”
The letters in “gast” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: gats, stag, tags.