How many syllables in “goner”?
syllables in "goner"
Word details
Syllables
2
go · ner
Letters
5
g · o · n · e · r
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “goner”
The word “goner” contains 2 syllables, divided as go · ner. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goner" have?
"goner" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "goner" into syllables?
"goner" is divided into syllables as: go · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "goner"?
The Scrabble score for "goner" is 6 points.
Using “goner” in writing
Two-syllable words like "goner" (go · ner) 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, “goner” 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 “goner”
The letters in “goner” can be rearranged to spell one other word: genro.