How many syllables in “gorse”?
syllable in "gorse"
Word details
Syllables
1
gorse
Letters
5
g · o · r · s · e
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “gorse”
The word “gorse” contains 1 syllable, divided as gorse. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gorse" have?
"gorse" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gorse" into syllables?
"gorse" is divided into syllables as: gorse.
What is the Scrabble score for "gorse"?
The Scrabble score for "gorse" is 6 points.
Using “gorse” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gorse" 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, “gorse” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “gorse”
The letters in “gorse” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: goers, gores, ogres.