How many syllables in “cookstove”?
syllables in "cookstove"
Word details
Syllables
2
cooks · tove
Letters
9
c · o · o · k · s · t · o · v · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “cookstove”
The word “cookstove” contains 2 syllables, divided as cooks · tove. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cookstove" have?
"cookstove" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cookstove" into syllables?
"cookstove" is divided into syllables as: cooks · tove.
What is the Scrabble score for "cookstove"?
The Scrabble score for "cookstove" is 18 points.
Using “cookstove” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cookstove" (cooks · tove) 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, “cookstove” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.