How many syllables in “rocklike”?
syllables in "rocklike"
Word details
Syllables
2
rock · like
Letters
8
r · o · c · k · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
18
points
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About the word “rocklike”
The word “rocklike” contains 2 syllables, divided as rock · like. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rocklike" have?
"rocklike" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rocklike" into syllables?
"rocklike" is divided into syllables as: rock · like.
What is the Scrabble score for "rocklike"?
The Scrabble score for "rocklike" is 18 points.
Using “rocklike” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rocklike" (rock · like) 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, “rocklike” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “rocklike”
The letters in “rocklike” can be rearranged to spell one other word: corklike.