How many syllables in “gunflints”?
syllables in "gunflints"
Word details
Syllables
2
gun · flints
Letters
9
g · u · n · f · l · i · n · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “gunflints”
The word “gunflints” contains 2 syllables, divided as gun · flints. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gunflints" have?
"gunflints" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gunflints" into syllables?
"gunflints" is divided into syllables as: gun · flints.
What is the Scrabble score for "gunflints"?
The Scrabble score for "gunflints" is 13 points.
Using “gunflints” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gunflints" (gun · flints) 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, “gunflints” is worth 13 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.