How many syllables in “gooey”?
1
syllable in "gooey"
gooey
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Word details
Syllables
1
gooey
Letters
5
g · o · o · e · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
g2
o1
o1
e1
y4
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About the word “gooey”
The word “gooey” contains 1 syllable, divided as gooey. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gooey" have?
"gooey" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gooey" into syllables?
"gooey" is divided into syllables as: gooey.
What is the Scrabble score for "gooey"?
The Scrabble score for "gooey" is 9 points.
Using “gooey” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gooey" 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, “gooey” 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.