How many syllables in “gourde”?
syllable in "gourde"
Word details
Syllables
1
gourde
Letters
6
g · o · u · r · d · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “gourde”
The word “gourde” contains 1 syllable, divided as gourde. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gourde" have?
"gourde" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gourde" into syllables?
"gourde" is divided into syllables as: gourde.
What is the Scrabble score for "gourde"?
The Scrabble score for "gourde" is 8 points.
Using “gourde” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gourde" 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, “gourde” is worth 8 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.
Anagrams of “gourde”
The letters in “gourde” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: drogue, rogued, rouged.