How many syllables in “rockabye”?
syllables in "rockabye"
Word details
Syllables
3
roc · ka · bye
Letters
8
r · o · c · k · a · b · y · e
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “rockabye”
The word “rockabye” contains 3 syllables, divided as roc · ka · bye. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rockabye" have?
"rockabye" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "rockabye" into syllables?
"rockabye" is divided into syllables as: roc · ka · bye.
What is the Scrabble score for "rockabye"?
The Scrabble score for "rockabye" is 19 points.
Using “rockabye” in writing
Three-syllable words like "rockabye" (roc · ka · bye) 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, “rockabye” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.