How many syllables in “gooseflesh”?
syllables in "gooseflesh"
Word details
Syllables
3
goo · se · flesh
Letters
10
g · o · o · s · e · f · l · e · s · h
Scrabble
17
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About the word “gooseflesh”
The word “gooseflesh” contains 3 syllables, divided as goo · se · flesh. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gooseflesh" have?
"gooseflesh" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gooseflesh" into syllables?
"gooseflesh" is divided into syllables as: goo · se · flesh.
What is the Scrabble score for "gooseflesh"?
The Scrabble score for "gooseflesh" is 17 points.
Using “gooseflesh” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gooseflesh" (goo · se · flesh) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gooseflesh” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.