How many syllables in “goes”?
syllable in "goes"
Word details
Syllables
1
goes
Letters
4
g · o · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “goes”
The word “goes” contains 1 syllable, divided as goes. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goes" have?
"goes" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "goes" into syllables?
"goes" is divided into syllables as: goes.
What is the Scrabble score for "goes"?
The Scrabble score for "goes" is 5 points.
Using “goes” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "goes" 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, “goes” 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 “goes”
The letters in “goes” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: egos, sego.