How many syllables in “cockatoos”?
syllables in "cockatoos"
Word details
Syllables
3
coc · ka · toos
Letters
9
c · o · c · k · a · t · o · o · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cockatoos”
The word “cockatoos” contains 3 syllables, divided as coc · ka · toos. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cockatoos" have?
"cockatoos" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cockatoos" into syllables?
"cockatoos" is divided into syllables as: coc · ka · toos.
What is the Scrabble score for "cockatoos"?
The Scrabble score for "cockatoos" is 17 points.
Using “cockatoos” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cockatoos" (coc · ka · toos) 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, “cockatoos” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.