How many syllables in “gulp”?
syllable in "gulp"
Word details
Syllables
1
gulp
Letters
4
g · u · l · p
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “gulp”
The word “gulp” contains 1 syllable, divided as gulp. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gulp" have?
"gulp" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gulp" into syllables?
"gulp" is divided into syllables as: gulp.
What is the Scrabble score for "gulp"?
The Scrabble score for "gulp" is 7 points.
Using “gulp” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gulp" 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, “gulp” 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.
Anagrams of “gulp”
The letters in “gulp” can be rearranged to spell one other word: plug.