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How many syllables in “goulash”?

2

syllables in "goulash"

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Word details

Syllables

2

gou · lash

Letters

7

g · o · u · l · a · s · h

Scrabble

11

points

Scrabble letter values

g2
o1
u1
l1
a1
s1
h4

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About the word “goulash

The word goulash contains 2 syllables, divided as gou · lash. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "goulash" have?

"goulash" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "goulash" into syllables?

"goulash" is divided into syllables as: gou · lash.

What is the Scrabble score for "goulash"?

The Scrabble score for "goulash" is 11 points.

Using “goulash” in writing

Two-syllable words like "goulash" (gou · lash) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, goulash is worth 11 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.

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