How many syllables in “coolness”?
syllables in "coolness"
Word details
Syllables
2
cool · ness
Letters
8
c · o · o · l · n · e · s · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “coolness”
The word “coolness” contains 2 syllables, divided as cool · ness. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "coolness" have?
"coolness" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "coolness" into syllables?
"coolness" is divided into syllables as: cool · ness.
What is the Scrabble score for "coolness"?
The Scrabble score for "coolness" is 10 points.
Using “coolness” in writing
Two-syllable words like "coolness" (cool · ness) 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, “coolness” is worth 10 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 “coolness”
The letters in “coolness” can be rearranged to spell one other word: consoles.