How many syllables in “goaling”?
syllables in "goaling"
Word details
Syllables
2
goa · ling
Letters
7
g · o · a · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “goaling”
The word “goaling” contains 2 syllables, divided as goa · ling. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goaling" have?
"goaling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goaling" into syllables?
"goaling" is divided into syllables as: goa · ling.
What is the Scrabble score for "goaling"?
The Scrabble score for "goaling" is 9 points.
Using “goaling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goaling" (goa · ling) 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, “goaling” 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 “goaling”
The letters in “goaling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gaoling.