How many syllables in “camaraderie”?
syllables in "camaraderie"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ma · ra · de · rie
Letters
11
c · a · m · a · r · a · d · e · r · i · e
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “camaraderie”
The word “camaraderie” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ma · ra · de · rie. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "camaraderie" have?
"camaraderie" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "camaraderie" into syllables?
"camaraderie" is divided into syllables as: ca · ma · ra · de · rie.
What is the Scrabble score for "camaraderie"?
The Scrabble score for "camaraderie" is 16 points.
Using “camaraderie” in writing
"camaraderie" (ca · ma · ra · de · rie) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “camaraderie” 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.