How many syllables in “cookbook”?
syllables in "cookbook"
Word details
Syllables
2
cook · book
Letters
8
c · o · o · k · b · o · o · k
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “cookbook”
The word “cookbook” contains 2 syllables, divided as cook · book. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cookbook" have?
"cookbook" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cookbook" into syllables?
"cookbook" is divided into syllables as: cook · book.
What is the Scrabble score for "cookbook"?
The Scrabble score for "cookbook" is 20 points.
Using “cookbook” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cookbook" (cook · book) 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, “cookbook” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.