How many syllables in “cookies”?
syllables in "cookies"
Word details
Syllables
2
coo · kies
Letters
7
c · o · o · k · i · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cookies”
The word “cookies” contains 2 syllables, divided as coo · kies. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cookies" have?
"cookies" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cookies" into syllables?
"cookies" is divided into syllables as: coo · kies.
What is the Scrabble score for "cookies"?
The Scrabble score for "cookies" is 13 points.
Using “cookies” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cookies" (coo · kies) 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, “cookies” is worth 13 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.