How many syllables in “gloom”?
1
syllable in "gloom"
gloom
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Word details
Syllables
1
gloom
Letters
5
g · l · o · o · m
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
g2
l1
o1
o1
m3
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About the word “gloom”
The word “gloom” contains 1 syllable, divided as gloom. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gloom" have?
"gloom" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gloom" into syllables?
"gloom" is divided into syllables as: gloom.
What is the Scrabble score for "gloom"?
The Scrabble score for "gloom" is 8 points.
Using “gloom” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gloom" 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, “gloom” 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.