How many syllables in “goosefleshes”?
syllables in "goosefleshes"
Word details
Syllables
3
goos · efle · shes
Letters
12
g · o · o · s · e · f · l · e · s · h · e · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “goosefleshes”
The word “goosefleshes” contains 3 syllables, divided as goos · efle · shes. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "goosefleshes" have?
"goosefleshes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "goosefleshes" into syllables?
"goosefleshes" is divided into syllables as: goos · efle · shes.
What is the Scrabble score for "goosefleshes"?
The Scrabble score for "goosefleshes" is 19 points.
Using “goosefleshes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "goosefleshes" (goos · efle · shes) 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, “goosefleshes” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.