How many syllables in “cornhusker”?
syllables in "cornhusker"
Word details
Syllables
3
cor · nhu · sker
Letters
10
c · o · r · n · h · u · s · k · e · r
Scrabble
19
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About the word “cornhusker”
The word “cornhusker” contains 3 syllables, divided as cor · nhu · sker. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornhusker" have?
"cornhusker" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cornhusker" into syllables?
"cornhusker" is divided into syllables as: cor · nhu · sker.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornhusker"?
The Scrabble score for "cornhusker" is 19 points.
Using “cornhusker” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cornhusker" (cor · nhu · sker) 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, “cornhusker” 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.