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