How many syllables in “gorses”?
syllable in "gorses"
Word details
Syllables
1
gorses
Letters
6
g · o · r · s · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “gorses”
The word “gorses” contains 1 syllable, divided as gorses. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gorses" have?
"gorses" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gorses" into syllables?
"gorses" is divided into syllables as: gorses.
What is the Scrabble score for "gorses"?
The Scrabble score for "gorses" is 7 points.
Using “gorses” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gorses" 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, “gorses” is worth 7 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 “gorses”
The letters in “gorses” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ogress.