How many syllables in “guess”?
syllable in "guess"
Word details
Syllables
1
guess
Letters
5
g · u · e · s · s
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “guess”
The word “guess” contains 1 syllable, divided as guess. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "guess" have?
"guess" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "guess" into syllables?
"guess" is divided into syllables as: guess.
What is the Scrabble score for "guess"?
The Scrabble score for "guess" is 6 points.
Using “guess” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "guess" 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, “guess” 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.