How many syllables in “jingko”?
syllables in "jingko"
Word details
Syllables
2
jin · gko
Letters
6
j · i · n · g · k · o
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “jingko”
The word “jingko” contains 2 syllables, divided as jin · gko. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "jingko" have?
"jingko" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "jingko" into syllables?
"jingko" is divided into syllables as: jin · gko.
What is the Scrabble score for "jingko"?
The Scrabble score for "jingko" is 18 points.
Using “jingko” in writing
Two-syllable words like "jingko" (jin · gko) 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, “jingko” 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 “jingko”
The letters in “jingko” can be rearranged to spell one other word: joking.