How many syllables in “gulf”?
1
syllable in "gulf"
gulf
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Word details
Syllables
1
gulf
Letters
4
g · u · l · f
Scrabble
8
points
Common word
Scrabble letter values
g2
u1
l1
f4
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About the word “gulf”
The word “gulf” contains 1 syllable, divided as gulf. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gulf" have?
"gulf" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gulf" into syllables?
"gulf" is divided into syllables as: gulf.
What is the Scrabble score for "gulf"?
The Scrabble score for "gulf" is 8 points.
Using “gulf” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gulf" 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, “gulf” 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.