How many syllables in “corkiest”?
syllables in "corkiest"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · kiest
Letters
8
c · o · r · k · i · e · s · t
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “corkiest”
The word “corkiest” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · kiest. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corkiest" have?
"corkiest" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corkiest" into syllables?
"corkiest" is divided into syllables as: cor · kiest.
What is the Scrabble score for "corkiest"?
The Scrabble score for "corkiest" is 14 points.
Using “corkiest” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corkiest" (cor · kiest) 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, “corkiest” is worth 14 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 “corkiest”
The letters in “corkiest” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: rockiest, stockier.