How many syllables in “ghost”?
1
syllable in "ghost"
ghost
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Word details
Syllables
1
ghost
Letters
5
g · h · o · s · t
Scrabble
9
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
g2
h4
o1
s1
t1
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About the word “ghost”
The word “ghost” contains 1 syllable, divided as ghost. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ghost" have?
"ghost" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "ghost" into syllables?
"ghost" is divided into syllables as: ghost.
What is the Scrabble score for "ghost"?
The Scrabble score for "ghost" is 9 points.
Using “ghost” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "ghost" 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, “ghost” is worth 9 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.