How many syllables in “goban”?
syllables in "goban"
Word details
Syllables
2
go · ban
Letters
5
g · o · b · a · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “goban”
The word “goban” contains 2 syllables, divided as go · ban. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goban" have?
"goban" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goban" into syllables?
"goban" is divided into syllables as: go · ban.
What is the Scrabble score for "goban"?
The Scrabble score for "goban" is 8 points.
Using “goban” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goban" (go · ban) 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, “goban” 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 “goban”
The letters in “goban” can be rearranged to spell one other word: bogan.