How many syllables in “shuttlecocked”?
syllables in "shuttlecocked"
Word details
Syllables
3
shutt · lecoc · ked
Letters
13
s · h · u · t · t · l · e · c · o · c · k · e · d
Scrabble
25
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About the word “shuttlecocked”
The word “shuttlecocked” contains 3 syllables, divided as shutt · lecoc · ked. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shuttlecocked" have?
"shuttlecocked" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shuttlecocked" into syllables?
"shuttlecocked" is divided into syllables as: shutt · lecoc · ked.
What is the Scrabble score for "shuttlecocked"?
The Scrabble score for "shuttlecocked" is 25 points.
Using “shuttlecocked” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shuttlecocked" (shutt · lecoc · ked) 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, “shuttlecocked” is worth 25 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.