How many syllables in “gnomes”?
syllables in "gnomes"
Word details
Syllables
2
gno · mes
Letters
6
g · n · o · m · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gnomes”
The word “gnomes” contains 2 syllables, divided as gno · mes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gnomes" have?
"gnomes" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gnomes" into syllables?
"gnomes" is divided into syllables as: gno · mes.
What is the Scrabble score for "gnomes"?
The Scrabble score for "gnomes" is 9 points.
Using “gnomes” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gnomes" (gno · mes) 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, “gnomes” 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.
Anagrams of “gnomes”
The letters in “gnomes” can be rearranged to spell one other word: genoms.