How many syllables in “gooeyness”?
syllables in "gooeyness"
Word details
Syllables
2
gooey · ness
Letters
9
g · o · o · e · y · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “gooeyness”
The word “gooeyness” contains 2 syllables, divided as gooey · ness. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gooeyness" have?
"gooeyness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gooeyness" into syllables?
"gooeyness" is divided into syllables as: gooey · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "gooeyness"?
The Scrabble score for "gooeyness" is 13 points.
Using “gooeyness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gooeyness" (gooey · ness) 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, “gooeyness” is worth 13 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.