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