How many syllables in “gunkholes”?
syllables in "gunkholes"
Word details
Syllables
3
gun · kho · les
Letters
9
g · u · n · k · h · o · l · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “gunkholes”
The word “gunkholes” contains 3 syllables, divided as gun · kho · les. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gunkholes" have?
"gunkholes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gunkholes" into syllables?
"gunkholes" is divided into syllables as: gun · kho · les.
What is the Scrabble score for "gunkholes"?
The Scrabble score for "gunkholes" is 17 points.
Using “gunkholes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gunkholes" (gun · kho · les) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gunkholes” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.