How many syllables in “reckon”?
syllables in "reckon"
Word details
Syllables
2
rec · kon
Letters
6
r · e · c · k · o · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “reckon”
The word “reckon” contains 2 syllables, divided as rec · kon. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reckon" have?
"reckon" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reckon" into syllables?
"reckon" is divided into syllables as: rec · kon.
What is the Scrabble score for "reckon"?
The Scrabble score for "reckon" is 12 points.
Using “reckon” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reckon" (rec · kon) 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, “reckon” is worth 12 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “reckon”
The letters in “reckon” can be rearranged to spell one other word: conker.