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How many syllables in “gobo”?

2

syllables in "gobo"

gobo
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Word details

Syllables

2

go · bo

Letters

4

g · o · b · o

Scrabble

7

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
o1
b3
o1

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About the word “gobo

The word gobo contains 2 syllables, divided as go · bo. It has 4 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "gobo" have?

"gobo" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "gobo" into syllables?

"gobo" is divided into syllables as: go · bo.

What is the Scrabble score for "gobo"?

The Scrabble score for "gobo" is 7 points.

Using “gobo” in writing

Two-syllable words like "gobo" (go · bo) 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, gobo is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.

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