How many syllables in “reckonings”?
syllables in "reckonings"
Word details
Syllables
3
rec · ko · nings
Letters
10
r · e · c · k · o · n · i · n · g · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “reckonings”
The word “reckonings” contains 3 syllables, divided as rec · ko · nings. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reckonings" have?
"reckonings" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "reckonings" into syllables?
"reckonings" is divided into syllables as: rec · ko · nings.
What is the Scrabble score for "reckonings"?
The Scrabble score for "reckonings" is 17 points.
Using “reckonings” in writing
Three-syllable words like "reckonings" (rec · ko · nings) 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, “reckonings” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.