How many syllables in “gift”?
1
syllable in "gift"
gift
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Word details
Syllables
1
gift
Letters
4
g · i · f · t
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
g2
i1
f4
t1
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About the word “gift”
The word “gift” contains 1 syllable, divided as gift. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gift" have?
"gift" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gift" into syllables?
"gift" is divided into syllables as: gift.
What is the Scrabble score for "gift"?
The Scrabble score for "gift" is 8 points.
Using “gift” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gift" 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, “gift” is worth 8 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.