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How many syllables in “cochin”?

2

syllables in "cochin"

cochin
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Word details

Syllables

2

coc · hin

Letters

6

c · o · c · h · i · n

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
c3
h4
i1
n1

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About the word “cochin

The word cochin contains 2 syllables, divided as coc · hin. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cochin" have?

"cochin" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "cochin" into syllables?

"cochin" is divided into syllables as: coc · hin.

What is the Scrabble score for "cochin"?

The Scrabble score for "cochin" is 13 points.

Using “cochin” in writing

Two-syllable words like "cochin" (coc · hin) 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, cochin is worth 13 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.

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