How many syllables in “cockily”?
syllables in "cockily"
Word details
Syllables
3
coc · ki · ly
Letters
7
c · o · c · k · i · l · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “cockily”
The word “cockily” contains 3 syllables, divided as coc · ki · ly. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cockily" have?
"cockily" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cockily" into syllables?
"cockily" is divided into syllables as: coc · ki · ly.
What is the Scrabble score for "cockily"?
The Scrabble score for "cockily" is 18 points.
Using “cockily” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cockily" (coc · ki · ly) 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, “cockily” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “cockily”
The letters in “cockily” can be rearranged to spell one other word: colicky.