How many syllables in “cocktails”?
syllables in "cocktails"
Word details
Syllables
2
coc · ktails
Letters
9
c · o · c · k · t · a · i · l · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cocktails”
The word “cocktails” contains 2 syllables, divided as coc · ktails. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cocktails" have?
"cocktails" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cocktails" into syllables?
"cocktails" is divided into syllables as: coc · ktails.
What is the Scrabble score for "cocktails"?
The Scrabble score for "cocktails" is 17 points.
Using “cocktails” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cocktails" (coc · ktails) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cocktails” 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.