How many syllables in “hockers”?
syllables in "hockers"
Word details
Syllables
2
hoc · kers
Letters
7
h · o · c · k · e · r · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “hockers”
The word “hockers” contains 2 syllables, divided as hoc · kers. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hockers" have?
"hockers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hockers" into syllables?
"hockers" is divided into syllables as: hoc · kers.
What is the Scrabble score for "hockers"?
The Scrabble score for "hockers" is 16 points.
Using “hockers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hockers" (hoc · kers) 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, “hockers” is worth 16 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 “hockers”
The letters in “hockers” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: chokers, shocker.