How many syllables in “gutsy”?
syllables in "gutsy"
Word details
Syllables
2
gut · sy
Letters
5
g · u · t · s · y
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “gutsy”
The word “gutsy” contains 2 syllables, divided as gut · sy. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gutsy" have?
"gutsy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "gutsy" into syllables?
"gutsy" is divided into syllables as: gut · sy.
What is the Scrabble score for "gutsy"?
The Scrabble score for "gutsy" is 9 points.
Using “gutsy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "gutsy" (gut · sy) 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, “gutsy” 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 “gutsy”
The letters in “gutsy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: gusty.