How many syllables in “cockerels”?
syllables in "cockerels"
Word details
Syllables
3
coc · ke · rels
Letters
9
c · o · c · k · e · r · e · l · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cockerels”
The word “cockerels” contains 3 syllables, divided as coc · ke · rels. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cockerels" have?
"cockerels" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cockerels" into syllables?
"cockerels" is divided into syllables as: coc · ke · rels.
What is the Scrabble score for "cockerels"?
The Scrabble score for "cockerels" is 17 points.
Using “cockerels” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cockerels" (coc · ke · rels) 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, “cockerels” 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.