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How many syllables in “gobbledygooks”?

4

syllables in "gobbledygooks"

gobbledygooks
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Word details

Syllables

4

gob · ble · dy · gooks

Letters

13

g · o · b · b · l · e · d · y · g · o · o · k · s

Scrabble

27

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
o1
b3
b3
l1
e1
d2
y4
g2
o1
o1
k5
s1

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About the word “gobbledygooks

The word gobbledygooks contains 4 syllables, divided as gob · ble · dy · gooks. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "gobbledygooks" have?

"gobbledygooks" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "gobbledygooks" into syllables?

"gobbledygooks" is divided into syllables as: gob · ble · dy · gooks.

What is the Scrabble score for "gobbledygooks"?

The Scrabble score for "gobbledygooks" is 27 points.

Using “gobbledygooks” in writing

Four-syllable words like "gobbledygooks" (gob · ble · dy · gooks) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, gobbledygooks is worth 27 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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