How many syllables in “gobioids”?
syllables in "gobioids"
Word details
Syllables
2
go · bioids
Letters
8
g · o · b · i · o · i · d · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “gobioids”
The word “gobioids” contains 2 syllables, divided as go · bioids. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gobioids" have?
"gobioids" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gobioids" into syllables?
"gobioids" is divided into syllables as: go · bioids.
What is the Scrabble score for "gobioids"?
The Scrabble score for "gobioids" is 12 points.
Using “gobioids” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gobioids" (go · bioids) 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, “gobioids” is worth 12 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.