How many syllables in “gunless”?
syllables in "gunless"
Word details
Syllables
2
gun · less
Letters
7
g · u · n · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “gunless”
The word “gunless” contains 2 syllables, divided as gun · less. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gunless" have?
"gunless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gunless" into syllables?
"gunless" is divided into syllables as: gun · less.
What is the Scrabble score for "gunless"?
The Scrabble score for "gunless" is 8 points.
Using “gunless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gunless" (gun · less) 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, “gunless” is worth 8 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 “gunless”
The letters in “gunless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gunsels.