How many syllables in “cocaine”?
syllables in "cocaine"
Word details
Syllables
2
coca · ine
Letters
7
c · o · c · a · i · n · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cocaine”
The word “cocaine” contains 2 syllables, divided as coca · ine. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cocaine" have?
"cocaine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cocaine" into syllables?
"cocaine" is divided into syllables as: coca · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "cocaine"?
The Scrabble score for "cocaine" is 11 points.
Using “cocaine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cocaine" (coca · ine) 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, “cocaine” is worth 11 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 “cocaine”
The letters in “cocaine” can be rearranged to spell one other word: oceanic.