How many syllables in “cornballs”?
syllables in "cornballs"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · nballs
Letters
9
c · o · r · n · b · a · l · l · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cornballs”
The word “cornballs” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · nballs. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornballs" have?
"cornballs" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cornballs" into syllables?
"cornballs" is divided into syllables as: cor · nballs.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornballs"?
The Scrabble score for "cornballs" is 13 points.
Using “cornballs” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cornballs" (cor · nballs) 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, “cornballs” is worth 13 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.