How many syllables in “jerkin”?
syllables in "jerkin"
Word details
Syllables
2
jer · kin
Letters
6
j · e · r · k · i · n
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “jerkin”
The word “jerkin” contains 2 syllables, divided as jer · kin. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jerkin" have?
"jerkin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "jerkin" into syllables?
"jerkin" is divided into syllables as: jer · kin.
What is the Scrabble score for "jerkin"?
The Scrabble score for "jerkin" is 17 points.
Using “jerkin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "jerkin" (jer · kin) 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, “jerkin” is worth 17 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 “jerkin”
The letters in “jerkin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: jinker.