How many syllables in “shaddock”?
syllables in "shaddock"
Word details
Syllables
2
shad · dock
Letters
8
s · h · a · d · d · o · c · k
Scrabble
19
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “shaddock”
The word “shaddock” contains 2 syllables, divided as shad · dock. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shaddock" have?
"shaddock" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "shaddock" into syllables?
"shaddock" is divided into syllables as: shad · dock.
What is the Scrabble score for "shaddock"?
The Scrabble score for "shaddock" is 19 points.
Using “shaddock” in writing
Two-syllable words like "shaddock" (shad · dock) 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, “shaddock” 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.
Anagrams of “shaddock”
The letters in “shaddock” can be rearranged to spell one other word: haddocks.