How many syllables in “stockades”?
syllables in "stockades"
Word details
Syllables
3
stoc · ka · des
Letters
9
s · t · o · c · k · a · d · e · s
Scrabble
16
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “stockades”
The word “stockades” contains 3 syllables, divided as stoc · ka · des. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "stockades" have?
"stockades" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "stockades" into syllables?
"stockades" is divided into syllables as: stoc · ka · des.
What is the Scrabble score for "stockades"?
The Scrabble score for "stockades" is 16 points.
Using “stockades” in writing
Three-syllable words like "stockades" (stoc · ka · des) 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, “stockades” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.