How many syllables in “cosy”?
syllables in "cosy"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · sy
Letters
4
c · o · s · y
Scrabble
9
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cosy”
The word “cosy” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · sy. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cosy" have?
"cosy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cosy" into syllables?
"cosy" is divided into syllables as: co · sy.
What is the Scrabble score for "cosy"?
The Scrabble score for "cosy" is 9 points.
Using “cosy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cosy" (co · sy) 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, “cosy” is worth 9 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 “cosy”
The letters in “cosy” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coys.