How many syllables in “gouged”?
1
syllable in "gouged"
gouged
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Word details
Syllables
1
gouged
Letters
6
g · o · u · g · e · d
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
g2
o1
u1
g2
e1
d2
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About the word “gouged”
The word “gouged” contains 1 syllable, divided as gouged. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gouged" have?
"gouged" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gouged" into syllables?
"gouged" is divided into syllables as: gouged.
What is the Scrabble score for "gouged"?
The Scrabble score for "gouged" is 9 points.
Using “gouged” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gouged" 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, “gouged” is worth 9 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.