How many syllables in “blackamoor”?
syllables in "blackamoor"
Word details
Syllables
3
blac · ka · moor
Letters
10
b · l · a · c · k · a · m · o · o · r
Scrabble
20
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About the word “blackamoor”
The word “blackamoor” contains 3 syllables, divided as blac · ka · moor. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "blackamoor" have?
"blackamoor" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "blackamoor" into syllables?
"blackamoor" is divided into syllables as: blac · ka · moor.
What is the Scrabble score for "blackamoor"?
The Scrabble score for "blackamoor" is 20 points.
Using “blackamoor” in writing
Three-syllable words like "blackamoor" (blac · ka · moor) 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, “blackamoor” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.