How many syllables in “cackling”?
syllables in "cackling"
Word details
Syllables
2
cac · kling
Letters
8
c · a · c · k · l · i · n · g
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cackling”
The word “cackling” contains 2 syllables, divided as cac · kling. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cackling" have?
"cackling" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cackling" into syllables?
"cackling" is divided into syllables as: cac · kling.
What is the Scrabble score for "cackling"?
The Scrabble score for "cackling" is 17 points.
Using “cackling” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cackling" (cac · kling) 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, “cackling” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “cackling”
The letters in “cackling” can be rearranged to spell one other word: clacking.