How many syllables in “knucklebone”?
syllables in "knucklebone"
Word details
Syllables
3
knuc · kleb · one
Letters
11
k · n · u · c · k · l · e · b · o · n · e
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “knucklebone”
The word “knucklebone” contains 3 syllables, divided as knuc · kleb · one. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "knucklebone" have?
"knucklebone" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "knucklebone" into syllables?
"knucklebone" is divided into syllables as: knuc · kleb · one.
What is the Scrabble score for "knucklebone"?
The Scrabble score for "knucklebone" is 23 points.
Using “knucklebone” in writing
Three-syllable words like "knucklebone" (knuc · kleb · one) 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, “knucklebone” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.