How many syllables in “gundog”?
syllables in "gundog"
Word details
Syllables
2
gun · dog
Letters
6
g · u · n · d · o · g
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gundog”
The word “gundog” contains 2 syllables, divided as gun · dog. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gundog" have?
"gundog" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gundog" into syllables?
"gundog" is divided into syllables as: gun · dog.
What is the Scrabble score for "gundog"?
The Scrabble score for "gundog" is 9 points.
Using “gundog” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gundog" (gun · dog) 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, “gundog” 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.
Anagrams of “gundog”
The letters in “gundog” can be rearranged to spell one other word: dugong.