How many syllables in “conker”?
syllables in "conker"
Word details
Syllables
2
con · ker
Letters
6
c · o · n · k · e · r
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “conker”
The word “conker” contains 2 syllables, divided as con · ker. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "conker" have?
"conker" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "conker" into syllables?
"conker" is divided into syllables as: con · ker.
What is the Scrabble score for "conker"?
The Scrabble score for "conker" is 12 points.
Using “conker” in writing
Two-syllable words like "conker" (con · ker) 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, “conker” 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 “conker”
The letters in “conker” can be rearranged to spell one other word: reckon.