How many syllables in “cornice”?
syllables in "cornice"
Word details
Syllables
2
corn · ice
Letters
7
c · o · r · n · i · c · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cornice”
The word “cornice” contains 2 syllables, divided as corn · ice. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cornice" have?
"cornice" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cornice" into syllables?
"cornice" is divided into syllables as: corn · ice.
What is the Scrabble score for "cornice"?
The Scrabble score for "cornice" is 11 points.
Using “cornice” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cornice" (corn · ice) 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, “cornice” is worth 11 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 “cornice”
The letters in “cornice” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: crocein, crocine.