How many syllables in “gods”?
syllable in "gods"
Word details
Syllables
1
gods
Letters
4
g · o · d · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “gods”
The word “gods” contains 1 syllable, divided as gods. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gods" have?
"gods" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gods" into syllables?
"gods" is divided into syllables as: gods.
What is the Scrabble score for "gods"?
The Scrabble score for "gods" is 6 points.
Using “gods” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gods" 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, “gods” is worth 6 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 “gods”
The letters in “gods” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dogs.