How many syllables in “cankering”?
syllables in "cankering"
Word details
Syllables
3
can · ke · ring
Letters
9
c · a · n · k · e · r · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cankering”
The word “cankering” contains 3 syllables, divided as can · ke · ring. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cankering" have?
"cankering" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cankering" into syllables?
"cankering" is divided into syllables as: can · ke · ring.
What is the Scrabble score for "cankering"?
The Scrabble score for "cankering" is 16 points.
Using “cankering” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cankering" (can · ke · ring) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cankering” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.