How many syllables in “god”?
syllable in "god"
Word details
Syllables
1
god
Letters
3
g · o · d
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “god”
The word “god” contains 1 syllable, divided as god. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "god" have?
"god" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "god" into syllables?
"god" is divided into syllables as: god.
What is the Scrabble score for "god"?
The Scrabble score for "god" is 5 points.
Using “god” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "god" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “god” is worth 5 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.
Anagrams of “god”
The letters in “god” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dog.