How many syllables in “gulfs”?
1
syllable in "gulfs"
gulfs
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Word details
Syllables
1
gulfs
Letters
5
g · u · l · f · s
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
g2
u1
l1
f4
s1
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About the word “gulfs”
The word “gulfs” contains 1 syllable, divided as gulfs. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gulfs" have?
"gulfs" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gulfs" into syllables?
"gulfs" is divided into syllables as: gulfs.
What is the Scrabble score for "gulfs"?
The Scrabble score for "gulfs" is 9 points.
Using “gulfs” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gulfs" 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, “gulfs” is worth 9 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.