How many syllables in “cuckoldries”?
syllables in "cuckoldries"
Word details
Syllables
3
cuc · kol · dries
Letters
11
c · u · c · k · o · l · d · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “cuckoldries”
The word “cuckoldries” contains 3 syllables, divided as cuc · kol · dries. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cuckoldries" have?
"cuckoldries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cuckoldries" into syllables?
"cuckoldries" is divided into syllables as: cuc · kol · dries.
What is the Scrabble score for "cuckoldries"?
The Scrabble score for "cuckoldries" is 20 points.
Using “cuckoldries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cuckoldries" (cuc · kol · dries) 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, “cuckoldries” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.