How many syllables in “cobra”?
syllables in "cobra"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · bra
Letters
5
c · o · b · r · a
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cobra”
The word “cobra” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · bra. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cobra" have?
"cobra" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cobra" into syllables?
"cobra" is divided into syllables as: co · bra.
What is the Scrabble score for "cobra"?
The Scrabble score for "cobra" is 9 points.
Using “cobra” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cobra" (co · bra) 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, “cobra” is worth 9 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “cobra”
The letters in “cobra” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: carbo, carob.