How many syllables in “cola”?
syllables in "cola"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · la
Letters
4
c · o · l · a
Scrabble
6
points
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About the word “cola”
The word “cola” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · la. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cola" have?
"cola" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cola" into syllables?
"cola" is divided into syllables as: co · la.
What is the Scrabble score for "cola"?
The Scrabble score for "cola" is 6 points.
Using “cola” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cola" (co · la) 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, “cola” is worth 6 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “cola”
The letters in “cola” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: calo, coal, loca.