How many syllables in “goitres”?
syllables in "goitres"
Word details
Syllables
2
goi · tres
Letters
7
g · o · i · t · r · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “goitres”
The word “goitres” contains 2 syllables, divided as goi · tres. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goitres" have?
"goitres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goitres" into syllables?
"goitres" is divided into syllables as: goi · tres.
What is the Scrabble score for "goitres"?
The Scrabble score for "goitres" is 8 points.
Using “goitres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goitres" (goi · tres) 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, “goitres” is worth 8 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 “goitres”
The letters in “goitres” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: goiters, goriest.