How many syllables in “goo”?
1
syllable in "goo"
goo
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Word details
Syllables
1
goo
Letters
3
g · o · o
Scrabble
4
points
Scrabble letter values
g2
o1
o1
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About the word “goo”
The word “goo” contains 1 syllable, divided as goo. It has 3 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goo" have?
"goo" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "goo" into syllables?
"goo" is divided into syllables as: goo.
What is the Scrabble score for "goo"?
The Scrabble score for "goo" is 4 points.
Using “goo” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "goo" 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, “goo” is worth 4 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.