How many syllables in “gestes”?
syllables in "gestes"
Word details
Syllables
2
ge · stes
Letters
6
g · e · s · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “gestes”
The word “gestes” contains 2 syllables, divided as ge · stes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gestes" have?
"gestes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gestes" into syllables?
"gestes" is divided into syllables as: ge · stes.
What is the Scrabble score for "gestes"?
The Scrabble score for "gestes" is 7 points.
Using “gestes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gestes" (ge · stes) 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, “gestes” 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 “gestes”
The letters in “gestes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: egests, geests.