How many syllables in “gurgles”?
syllables in "gurgles"
Word details
Syllables
2
gur · gles
Letters
7
g · u · r · g · l · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gurgles”
The word “gurgles” contains 2 syllables, divided as gur · gles. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gurgles" have?
"gurgles" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gurgles" into syllables?
"gurgles" is divided into syllables as: gur · gles.
What is the Scrabble score for "gurgles"?
The Scrabble score for "gurgles" is 9 points.
Using “gurgles” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gurgles" (gur · gles) 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, “gurgles” 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 “gurgles”
The letters in “gurgles” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: luggers, slugger.