How many syllables in “cosher”?
syllables in "cosher"
Word details
Syllables
2
cos · her
Letters
6
c · o · s · h · e · r
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cosher”
The word “cosher” contains 2 syllables, divided as cos · her. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cosher" have?
"cosher" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cosher" into syllables?
"cosher" is divided into syllables as: cos · her.
What is the Scrabble score for "cosher"?
The Scrabble score for "cosher" is 11 points.
Using “cosher” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cosher" (cos · her) 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, “cosher” 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 “cosher”
The letters in “cosher” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: chores, ochers, ochres.