How many syllables in “corset”?
syllables in "corset"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · set
Letters
6
c · o · r · s · e · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “corset”
The word “corset” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · set. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corset" have?
"corset" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corset" into syllables?
"corset" is divided into syllables as: cor · set.
What is the Scrabble score for "corset"?
The Scrabble score for "corset" is 8 points.
Using “corset” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corset" (cor · set) 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, “corset” is worth 8 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 “corset”
The letters in “corset” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: coster, escort, rectos, scoter, sector.