How many syllables in “shuttlecock”?
syllables in "shuttlecock"
Word details
Syllables
3
shut · tle · cock
Letters
11
s · h · u · t · t · l · e · c · o · c · k
Scrabble
22
points
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About the word “shuttlecock”
The word “shuttlecock” contains 3 syllables, divided as shut · tle · cock. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shuttlecock" have?
"shuttlecock" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shuttlecock" into syllables?
"shuttlecock" is divided into syllables as: shut · tle · cock.
What is the Scrabble score for "shuttlecock"?
The Scrabble score for "shuttlecock" is 22 points.
Using “shuttlecock” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shuttlecock" (shut · tle · cock) 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, “shuttlecock” is worth 22 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.