How many syllables in “shylocking”?
syllables in "shylocking"
Word details
Syllables
3
shy · loc · king
Letters
10
s · h · y · l · o · c · k · i · n · g
Scrabble
23
points
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About the word “shylocking”
The word “shylocking” contains 3 syllables, divided as shy · loc · king. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shylocking" have?
"shylocking" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shylocking" into syllables?
"shylocking" is divided into syllables as: shy · loc · king.
What is the Scrabble score for "shylocking"?
The Scrabble score for "shylocking" is 23 points.
Using “shylocking” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shylocking" (shy · loc · king) 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, “shylocking” is worth 23 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 “shylocking”
The letters in “shylocking” can be rearranged to spell one other word: shockingly.