How many syllables in “reckoning”?
syllables in "reckoning"
Word details
Syllables
3
rec · ko · ning
Letters
9
r · e · c · k · o · n · i · n · g
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “reckoning”
The word “reckoning” contains 3 syllables, divided as rec · ko · ning. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reckoning" have?
"reckoning" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reckoning" into syllables?
"reckoning" is divided into syllables as: rec · ko · ning.
What is the Scrabble score for "reckoning"?
The Scrabble score for "reckoning" is 16 points.
Using “reckoning” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reckoning" (rec · ko · ning) 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, “reckoning” 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.