How many syllables in “gusted”?
syllables in "gusted"
Word details
Syllables
2
gu · sted
Letters
6
g · u · s · t · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “gusted”
The word “gusted” contains 2 syllables, divided as gu · sted. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gusted" have?
"gusted" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gusted" into syllables?
"gusted" is divided into syllables as: gu · sted.
What is the Scrabble score for "gusted"?
The Scrabble score for "gusted" is 8 points.
Using “gusted” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gusted" (gu · sted) 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, “gusted” 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 “gusted”
The letters in “gusted” can be rearranged to spell one other word: degust.