How many syllables in “falcon”?
syllables in "falcon"
Word details
Syllables
2
fal · con
Letters
6
f · a · l · c · o · n
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “falcon”
The word “falcon” contains 2 syllables, divided as fal · con. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "falcon" have?
"falcon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "falcon" into syllables?
"falcon" is divided into syllables as: fal · con.
What is the Scrabble score for "falcon"?
The Scrabble score for "falcon" is 11 points.
Using “falcon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "falcon" (fal · con) 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, “falcon” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “falcon”
The letters in “falcon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: flacon.