How many syllables in “cormorants”?
syllables in "cormorants"
Word details
Syllables
3
cor · mo · rants
Letters
10
c · o · r · m · o · r · a · n · t · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “cormorants”
The word “cormorants” contains 3 syllables, divided as cor · mo · rants. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cormorants" have?
"cormorants" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cormorants" into syllables?
"cormorants" is divided into syllables as: cor · mo · rants.
What is the Scrabble score for "cormorants"?
The Scrabble score for "cormorants" is 14 points.
Using “cormorants” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cormorants" (cor · mo · rants) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cormorants” 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.