How many syllables in “cornhusking”?
syllables in "cornhusking"
Word details
Syllables
3
cor · nhu · sking
Letters
11
c · o · r · n · h · u · s · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cornhusking”
The word “cornhusking” contains 3 syllables, divided as cor · nhu · sking. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornhusking" have?
"cornhusking" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cornhusking" into syllables?
"cornhusking" is divided into syllables as: cor · nhu · sking.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornhusking"?
The Scrabble score for "cornhusking" is 21 points.
Using “cornhusking” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cornhusking" (cor · nhu · sking) 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, “cornhusking” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.