How many syllables in “gauntlets”?
syllables in "gauntlets"
Word details
Syllables
2
gaun · tlets
Letters
9
g · a · u · n · t · l · e · t · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “gauntlets”
The word “gauntlets” contains 2 syllables, divided as gaun · tlets. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gauntlets" have?
"gauntlets" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gauntlets" into syllables?
"gauntlets" is divided into syllables as: gaun · tlets.
What is the Scrabble score for "gauntlets"?
The Scrabble score for "gauntlets" is 10 points.
Using “gauntlets” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gauntlets" (gaun · tlets) 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, “gauntlets” is worth 10 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.