How many syllables in “cossacks”?
syllables in "cossacks"
Word details
Syllables
2
cos · sacks
Letters
8
c · o · s · s · a · c · k · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “cossacks”
The word “cossacks” contains 2 syllables, divided as cos · sacks. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cossacks" have?
"cossacks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cossacks" into syllables?
"cossacks" is divided into syllables as: cos · sacks.
What is the Scrabble score for "cossacks"?
The Scrabble score for "cossacks" is 16 points.
Using “cossacks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cossacks" (cos · sacks) 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, “cossacks” is worth 16 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 “cossacks”
The letters in “cossacks” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cassocks.