How many syllables in “docket”?
syllables in "docket"
Word details
Syllables
2
doc · ket
Letters
6
d · o · c · k · e · t
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “docket”
The word “docket” contains 2 syllables, divided as doc · ket. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "docket" have?
"docket" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "docket" into syllables?
"docket" is divided into syllables as: doc · ket.
What is the Scrabble score for "docket"?
The Scrabble score for "docket" is 13 points.
Using “docket” in writing
Two-syllable words like "docket" (doc · ket) 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, “docket” 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.