How many syllables in “gastronome”?
syllables in "gastronome"
Word details
Syllables
3
gast · rono · me
Letters
10
g · a · s · t · r · o · n · o · m · e
Scrabble
13
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About the word “gastronome”
The word “gastronome” contains 3 syllables, divided as gast · rono · me. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gastronome" have?
"gastronome" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gastronome" into syllables?
"gastronome" is divided into syllables as: gast · rono · me.
What is the Scrabble score for "gastronome"?
The Scrabble score for "gastronome" is 13 points.
Using “gastronome” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gastronome" (gast · rono · me) 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, “gastronome” is worth 13 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.