How many syllables in “cordless”?
syllables in "cordless"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · dless
Letters
8
c · o · r · d · l · e · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cordless”
The word “cordless” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · dless. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cordless" have?
"cordless" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cordless" into syllables?
"cordless" is divided into syllables as: cor · dless.
What is the Scrabble score for "cordless"?
The Scrabble score for "cordless" is 11 points.
Using “cordless” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cordless" (cor · dless) 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, “cordless” is worth 11 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 “cordless”
The letters in “cordless” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scolders.