How many syllables in “cockerel”?
syllables in "cockerel"
Word details
Syllables
3
coc · ke · rel
Letters
8
c · o · c · k · e · r · e · l
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cockerel”
The word “cockerel” contains 3 syllables, divided as coc · ke · rel. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cockerel" have?
"cockerel" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cockerel" into syllables?
"cockerel" is divided into syllables as: coc · ke · rel.
What is the Scrabble score for "cockerel"?
The Scrabble score for "cockerel" is 16 points.
Using “cockerel” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cockerel" (coc · ke · rel) 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, “cockerel” 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.