How many syllables in “cockatoo”?
syllables in "cockatoo"
Word details
Syllables
3
coc · ka · too
Letters
8
c · o · c · k · a · t · o · o
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cockatoo”
The word “cockatoo” contains 3 syllables, divided as coc · ka · too. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cockatoo" have?
"cockatoo" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cockatoo" into syllables?
"cockatoo" is divided into syllables as: coc · ka · too.
What is the Scrabble score for "cockatoo"?
The Scrabble score for "cockatoo" is 16 points.
Using “cockatoo” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cockatoo" (coc · ka · too) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cockatoo” 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.