How many syllables in “gunship”?
syllables in "gunship"
Word details
Syllables
2
gun · ship
Letters
7
g · u · n · s · h · i · p
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “gunship”
The word “gunship” contains 2 syllables, divided as gun · ship. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gunship" have?
"gunship" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gunship" into syllables?
"gunship" is divided into syllables as: gun · ship.
What is the Scrabble score for "gunship"?
The Scrabble score for "gunship" is 13 points.
Using “gunship” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gunship" (gun · ship) 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, “gunship” 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.
Anagrams of “gunship”
The letters in “gunship” can be rearranged to spell one other word: pushing.