How many syllables in “rookeries”?
syllables in "rookeries"
Word details
Syllables
3
roo · ke · ries
Letters
9
r · o · o · k · e · r · i · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “rookeries”
The word “rookeries” contains 3 syllables, divided as roo · ke · ries. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rookeries" have?
"rookeries" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "rookeries" into syllables?
"rookeries" is divided into syllables as: roo · ke · ries.
What is the Scrabble score for "rookeries"?
The Scrabble score for "rookeries" is 13 points.
Using “rookeries” in writing
Three-syllable words like "rookeries" (roo · ke · ries) 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, “rookeries” 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.