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How many syllables in “goopier”?

2

syllables in "goopier"

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Word details

Syllables

2

goo · pier

Letters

7

g · o · o · p · i · e · r

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
o1
o1
p3
i1
e1
r1

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About the word “goopier

The word goopier contains 2 syllables, divided as goo · pier. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "goopier" have?

"goopier" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "goopier" into syllables?

"goopier" is divided into syllables as: goo · pier.

What is the Scrabble score for "goopier"?

The Scrabble score for "goopier" is 10 points.

Using “goopier” in writing

Two-syllable words like "goopier" (goo · pier) 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, goopier is worth 10 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.

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