How many syllables in “corklike”?
syllables in "corklike"
Word details
Syllables
2
cork · like
Letters
8
c · o · r · k · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “corklike”
The word “corklike” contains 2 syllables, divided as cork · like. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corklike" have?
"corklike" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corklike" into syllables?
"corklike" is divided into syllables as: cork · like.
What is the Scrabble score for "corklike"?
The Scrabble score for "corklike" is 18 points.
Using “corklike” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corklike" (cork · like) 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, “corklike” 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.
Anagrams of “corklike”
The letters in “corklike” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rocklike.