How many syllables in “cosine”?
syllables in "cosine"
Word details
Syllables
2
cos · ine
Letters
6
c · o · s · i · n · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cosine”
The word “cosine” contains 2 syllables, divided as cos · ine. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cosine" have?
"cosine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cosine" into syllables?
"cosine" is divided into syllables as: cos · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "cosine"?
The Scrabble score for "cosine" is 8 points.
Using “cosine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cosine" (cos · ine) 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, “cosine” 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 “cosine”
The letters in “cosine” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: conies, icones, oscine.