How many syllables in “lockrams”?
syllables in "lockrams"
Word details
Syllables
2
loc · krams
Letters
8
l · o · c · k · r · a · m · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “lockrams”
The word “lockrams” contains 2 syllables, divided as loc · krams. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lockrams" have?
"lockrams" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lockrams" into syllables?
"lockrams" is divided into syllables as: loc · krams.
What is the Scrabble score for "lockrams"?
The Scrabble score for "lockrams" is 16 points.
Using “lockrams” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lockrams" (loc · krams) 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, “lockrams” is worth 16 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 “lockrams”
The letters in “lockrams” can be rearranged to spell one other word: armlocks.