How many syllables in “guts”?
syllable in "guts"
Word details
Syllables
1
guts
Letters
4
g · u · t · s
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “guts”
The word “guts” contains 1 syllable, divided as guts. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "guts" have?
"guts" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "guts" into syllables?
"guts" is divided into syllables as: guts.
What is the Scrabble score for "guts"?
The Scrabble score for "guts" is 5 points.
Using “guts” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "guts" 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, “guts” 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 “guts”
The letters in “guts” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: gust, tugs.