How many syllables in “reckoner”?
syllables in "reckoner"
Word details
Syllables
3
rec · ko · ner
Letters
8
r · e · c · k · o · n · e · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “reckoner”
The word “reckoner” contains 3 syllables, divided as rec · ko · ner. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reckoner" have?
"reckoner" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reckoner" into syllables?
"reckoner" is divided into syllables as: rec · ko · ner.
What is the Scrabble score for "reckoner"?
The Scrabble score for "reckoner" is 14 points.
Using “reckoner” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reckoner" (rec · ko · ner) 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, “reckoner” is worth 14 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.