How many syllables in “knockabout”?
syllables in "knockabout"
Word details
Syllables
3
knoc · ka · bout
Letters
10
k · n · o · c · k · a · b · o · u · t
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “knockabout”
The word “knockabout” contains 3 syllables, divided as knoc · ka · bout. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "knockabout" have?
"knockabout" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "knockabout" into syllables?
"knockabout" is divided into syllables as: knoc · ka · bout.
What is the Scrabble score for "knockabout"?
The Scrabble score for "knockabout" is 22 points.
Using “knockabout” in writing
Three-syllable words like "knockabout" (knoc · ka · bout) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “knockabout” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.