How many syllables in “gesso”?
syllables in "gesso"
Word details
Syllables
2
ges · so
Letters
5
g · e · s · s · o
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “gesso”
The word “gesso” contains 2 syllables, divided as ges · so. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gesso" have?
"gesso" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gesso" into syllables?
"gesso" is divided into syllables as: ges · so.
What is the Scrabble score for "gesso"?
The Scrabble score for "gesso" is 6 points.
Using “gesso” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gesso" (ges · so) 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, “gesso” is worth 6 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 “gesso”
The letters in “gesso” can be rearranged to spell one other word: segos.