How many syllables in “reckons”?
syllables in "reckons"
Word details
Syllables
2
rec · kons
Letters
7
r · e · c · k · o · n · s
Scrabble
13
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “reckons”
The word “reckons” contains 2 syllables, divided as rec · kons. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "reckons" have?
"reckons" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "reckons" into syllables?
"reckons" is divided into syllables as: rec · kons.
What is the Scrabble score for "reckons"?
The Scrabble score for "reckons" is 13 points.
Using “reckons” in writing
Two-syllable words like "reckons" (rec · kons) 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, “reckons” is worth 13 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 “reckons”
The letters in “reckons” can be rearranged to spell one other word: conkers.