How many syllables in “godless”?
syllables in "godless"
Word details
Syllables
2
god · less
Letters
7
g · o · d · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “godless”
The word “godless” contains 2 syllables, divided as god · less. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "godless" have?
"godless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "godless" into syllables?
"godless" is divided into syllables as: god · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "godless"?
The Scrabble score for "godless" is 9 points.
Using “godless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "godless" (god · less) 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, “godless” is worth 9 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 “godless”
The letters in “godless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: glossed.