How many syllables in “goalies”?
syllables in "goalies"
Word details
Syllables
2
goa · lies
Letters
7
g · o · a · l · i · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “goalies”
The word “goalies” contains 2 syllables, divided as goa · lies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goalies" have?
"goalies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goalies" into syllables?
"goalies" is divided into syllables as: goa · lies.
What is the Scrabble score for "goalies"?
The Scrabble score for "goalies" is 8 points.
Using “goalies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goalies" (goa · lies) 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, “goalies” 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.
Anagrams of “goalies”
The letters in “goalies” can be rearranged to spell one other word: soilage.