How many syllables in “gust”?
syllable in "gust"
Word details
Syllables
1
gust
Letters
4
g · u · s · t
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “gust”
The word “gust” contains 1 syllable, divided as gust. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gust" have?
"gust" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gust" into syllables?
"gust" is divided into syllables as: gust.
What is the Scrabble score for "gust"?
The Scrabble score for "gust" is 5 points.
Using “gust” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gust" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gust” is worth 5 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “gust”
The letters in “gust” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: guts, tugs.