How many syllables in “cookery”?
syllables in "cookery"
Word details
Syllables
3
coo · ke · ry
Letters
7
c · o · o · k · e · r · y
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cookery”
The word “cookery” contains 3 syllables, divided as coo · ke · ry. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cookery" have?
"cookery" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cookery" into syllables?
"cookery" is divided into syllables as: coo · ke · ry.
What is the Scrabble score for "cookery"?
The Scrabble score for "cookery" is 16 points.
Using “cookery” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cookery" (coo · ke · ry) 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, “cookery” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.