How many syllables in “cognates”?
syllables in "cognates"
Word details
Syllables
3
cog · na · tes
Letters
8
c · o · g · n · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cognates”
The word “cognates” contains 3 syllables, divided as cog · na · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cognates" have?
"cognates" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cognates" into syllables?
"cognates" is divided into syllables as: cog · na · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "cognates"?
The Scrabble score for "cognates" is 11 points.
Using “cognates” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cognates" (cog · na · tes) 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, “cognates” is worth 11 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “cognates”
The letters in “cognates” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coagents.