How many syllables in “clockworks”?
syllables in "clockworks"
Word details
Syllables
2
cloc · kworks
Letters
10
c · l · o · c · k · w · o · r · k · s
Scrabble
25
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About the word “clockworks”
The word “clockworks” contains 2 syllables, divided as cloc · kworks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "clockworks" have?
"clockworks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "clockworks" into syllables?
"clockworks" is divided into syllables as: cloc · kworks.
What is the Scrabble score for "clockworks"?
The Scrabble score for "clockworks" is 25 points.
Using “clockworks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "clockworks" (cloc · kworks) 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, “clockworks” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.