How many syllables in “cornflowers”?
syllables in "cornflowers"
Word details
Syllables
3
corn · flo · wers
Letters
11
c · o · r · n · f · l · o · w · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “cornflowers”
The word “cornflowers” contains 3 syllables, divided as corn · flo · wers. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornflowers" have?
"cornflowers" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cornflowers" into syllables?
"cornflowers" is divided into syllables as: corn · flo · wers.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornflowers"?
The Scrabble score for "cornflowers" is 19 points.
Using “cornflowers” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cornflowers" (corn · flo · wers) 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, “cornflowers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.