How many syllables in “cowherds”?
syllables in "cowherds"
Word details
Syllables
2
co · wherds
Letters
8
c · o · w · h · e · r · d · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cowherds”
The word “cowherds” contains 2 syllables, divided as co · wherds. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cowherds" have?
"cowherds" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cowherds" into syllables?
"cowherds" is divided into syllables as: co · wherds.
What is the Scrabble score for "cowherds"?
The Scrabble score for "cowherds" is 17 points.
Using “cowherds” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cowherds" (co · wherds) 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, “cowherds” 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.
Anagrams of “cowherds”
The letters in “cowherds” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chowders.