How many syllables in “guinea”?
syllables in "guinea"
Word details
Syllables
2
gui · nea
Letters
6
g · u · i · n · e · a
Scrabble
7
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About the word “guinea”
The word “guinea” contains 2 syllables, divided as gui · nea. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "guinea" have?
"guinea" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "guinea" into syllables?
"guinea" is divided into syllables as: gui · nea.
What is the Scrabble score for "guinea"?
The Scrabble score for "guinea" is 7 points.
Using “guinea” in writing
Two-syllable words like "guinea" (gui · nea) 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, “guinea” 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.