How many syllables in “hockey”?
syllables in "hockey"
Word details
Syllables
2
hoc · key
Letters
6
h · o · c · k · e · y
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “hockey”
The word “hockey” contains 2 syllables, divided as hoc · key. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "hockey" have?
"hockey" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "hockey" into syllables?
"hockey" is divided into syllables as: hoc · key.
What is the Scrabble score for "hockey"?
The Scrabble score for "hockey" is 18 points.
Using “hockey” in writing
Two-syllable words like "hockey" (hoc · key) 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, “hockey” is worth 18 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 “hockey”
The letters in “hockey” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chokey.