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