How many syllables in “matchlocks”?
syllables in "matchlocks"
Word details
Syllables
2
mat · chlocks
Letters
10
m · a · t · c · h · l · o · c · k · s
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “matchlocks”
The word “matchlocks” contains 2 syllables, divided as mat · chlocks. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "matchlocks" have?
"matchlocks" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "matchlocks" into syllables?
"matchlocks" is divided into syllables as: mat · chlocks.
What is the Scrabble score for "matchlocks"?
The Scrabble score for "matchlocks" is 23 points.
Using “matchlocks” in writing
Two-syllable words like "matchlocks" (mat · chlocks) 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, “matchlocks” 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.