How many syllables in “cossack”?
syllables in "cossack"
Word details
Syllables
2
cos · sack
Letters
7
c · o · s · s · a · c · k
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “cossack”
The word “cossack” contains 2 syllables, divided as cos · sack. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cossack" have?
"cossack" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cossack" into syllables?
"cossack" is divided into syllables as: cos · sack.
What is the Scrabble score for "cossack"?
The Scrabble score for "cossack" is 15 points.
Using “cossack” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cossack" (cos · sack) 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, “cossack” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “cossack”
The letters in “cossack” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cassock.