How many syllables in “gofer”?
syllables in "gofer"
Word details
Syllables
2
go · fer
Letters
5
g · o · f · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gofer”
The word “gofer” contains 2 syllables, divided as go · fer. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gofer" have?
"gofer" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gofer" into syllables?
"gofer" is divided into syllables as: go · fer.
What is the Scrabble score for "gofer"?
The Scrabble score for "gofer" is 9 points.
Using “gofer” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gofer" (go · fer) 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, “gofer” 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 “gofer”
The letters in “gofer” can be rearranged to spell one other word: forge.