How many syllables in “calabash”?
syllables in "calabash"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · la · bash
Letters
8
c · a · l · a · b · a · s · h
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “calabash”
The word “calabash” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · la · bash. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "calabash" have?
"calabash" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "calabash" into syllables?
"calabash" is divided into syllables as: ca · la · bash.
What is the Scrabble score for "calabash"?
The Scrabble score for "calabash" is 15 points.
Using “calabash” in writing
Three-syllable words like "calabash" (ca · la · bash) 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, “calabash” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.