Number of syllables in the word 'gist'

1. No of syllables in gist : 1
2. Divide syllables in gist : gist

More about the word - gist

1. noun
2. Synonyms : gravamen, crux, quintessence, lair
3. Definition : The most essential part; the main idea or substance (of a longer or more complicated matter); the crux of a matter; the pith.
4. Definition : The essential ground for action in a suit, without which there is no cause of action.
5. Definition : Resting place (especially of animals), lodging.

1. verb
2. Definition : To summarize, to extract and present the most important parts of.

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• https://en.wiktionary.org/wiki/gist