How many syllables in “cornels”?
syllables in "cornels"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · nels
Letters
7
c · o · r · n · e · l · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cornels”
The word “cornels” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · nels. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornels" have?
"cornels" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cornels" into syllables?
"cornels" is divided into syllables as: cor · nels.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornels"?
The Scrabble score for "cornels" is 9 points.
Using “cornels” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cornels" (cor · nels) 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, “cornels” is worth 9 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 “cornels”
The letters in “cornels” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cloners.