S

How many syllables in “coypous”?

2

syllables in "coypous"

coypous
database

Word details

Syllables

2

coy · pous

Letters

7

c · o · y · p · o · u · s

Scrabble

14

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
o1
y4
p3
o1
u1
s1

Count another word

About the word “coypous

The word coypous contains 2 syllables, divided as coy · pous. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "coypous" have?

"coypous" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "coypous" into syllables?

"coypous" is divided into syllables as: coy · pous.

What is the Scrabble score for "coypous"?

The Scrabble score for "coypous" is 14 points.

Using “coypous” in writing

Two-syllable words like "coypous" (coy · pous) 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, coypous is worth 14 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.

Related articles