How many syllables in “corky”?
syllables in "corky"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · ky
Letters
5
c · o · r · k · y
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “corky”
The word “corky” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · ky. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corky" have?
"corky" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corky" into syllables?
"corky" is divided into syllables as: cor · ky.
What is the Scrabble score for "corky"?
The Scrabble score for "corky" is 14 points.
Using “corky” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corky" (cor · ky) 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, “corky” 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 “corky”
The letters in “corky” can be rearranged to spell one other word: rocky.