How many syllables in “cowberries”?
syllables in "cowberries"
Word details
Syllables
3
cow · ber · ries
Letters
10
c · o · w · b · e · r · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cowberries”
The word “cowberries” contains 3 syllables, divided as cow · ber · ries. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cowberries" have?
"cowberries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cowberries" into syllables?
"cowberries" is divided into syllables as: cow · ber · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "cowberries"?
The Scrabble score for "cowberries" is 17 points.
Using “cowberries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cowberries" (cow · ber · ries) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cowberries” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.