How many syllables in “cornbread”?
syllables in "cornbread"
Word details
Syllables
2
corn · bread
Letters
9
c · o · r · n · b · r · e · a · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “cornbread”
The word “cornbread” contains 2 syllables, divided as corn · bread. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornbread" have?
"cornbread" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cornbread" into syllables?
"cornbread" is divided into syllables as: corn · bread.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornbread"?
The Scrabble score for "cornbread" is 14 points.
Using “cornbread” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cornbread" (corn · bread) 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, “cornbread” 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.