How many syllables in “cassocks”?
syllables in "cassocks"
Word details
Syllables
2
cas · socks
Letters
8
c · a · s · s · o · c · k · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cassocks”
The word “cassocks” contains 2 syllables, divided as cas · socks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cassocks" have?
"cassocks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cassocks" into syllables?
"cassocks" is divided into syllables as: cas · socks.
What is the Scrabble score for "cassocks"?
The Scrabble score for "cassocks" is 16 points.
Using “cassocks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cassocks" (cas · socks) 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, “cassocks” 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.
Anagrams of “cassocks”
The letters in “cassocks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cossacks.