How many syllables in “mockingbird”?
syllables in "mockingbird"
Word details
Syllables
3
moc · kin · gbird
Letters
11
m · o · c · k · i · n · g · b · i · r · d
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “mockingbird”
The word “mockingbird” contains 3 syllables, divided as moc · kin · gbird. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mockingbird" have?
"mockingbird" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "mockingbird" into syllables?
"mockingbird" is divided into syllables as: moc · kin · gbird.
What is the Scrabble score for "mockingbird"?
The Scrabble score for "mockingbird" is 23 points.
Using “mockingbird” in writing
Three-syllable words like "mockingbird" (moc · kin · gbird) 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, “mockingbird” 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.