How many syllables in “cothurns”?
syllables in "cothurns"
Word details
Syllables
2
cot · hurns
Letters
8
c · o · t · h · u · r · n · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cothurns”
The word “cothurns” contains 2 syllables, divided as cot · hurns. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cothurns" have?
"cothurns" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cothurns" into syllables?
"cothurns" is divided into syllables as: cot · hurns.
What is the Scrabble score for "cothurns"?
The Scrabble score for "cothurns" is 13 points.
Using “cothurns” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cothurns" (cot · hurns) 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, “cothurns” is worth 13 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.