How many syllables in “cognised”?
syllables in "cognised"
Word details
Syllables
2
cogn · ised
Letters
8
c · o · g · n · i · s · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cognised”
The word “cognised” contains 2 syllables, divided as cogn · ised. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cognised" have?
"cognised" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cognised" into syllables?
"cognised" is divided into syllables as: cogn · ised.
What is the Scrabble score for "cognised"?
The Scrabble score for "cognised" is 12 points.
Using “cognised” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cognised" (cogn · ised) 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, “cognised” is worth 12 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 “cognised”
The letters in “cognised” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: codesign, cosigned.