How many syllables in “gelds”?
syllable in "gelds"
Word details
Syllables
1
gelds
Letters
5
g · e · l · d · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “gelds”
The word “gelds” contains 1 syllable, divided as gelds. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gelds" have?
"gelds" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gelds" into syllables?
"gelds" is divided into syllables as: gelds.
What is the Scrabble score for "gelds"?
The Scrabble score for "gelds" is 7 points.
Using “gelds” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gelds" 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, “gelds” is worth 7 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 “gelds”
The letters in “gelds” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gleds.