How many syllables in “geste”?
syllable in "geste"
Word details
Syllables
1
geste
Letters
5
g · e · s · t · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “geste”
The word “geste” contains 1 syllable, divided as geste. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "geste" have?
"geste" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "geste" into syllables?
"geste" is divided into syllables as: geste.
What is the Scrabble score for "geste"?
The Scrabble score for "geste" is 6 points.
Using “geste” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "geste" 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, “geste” 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 “geste”
The letters in “geste” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: egest, geest.