How many syllables in “camera”?
syllables in "camera"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · me · ra
Letters
6
c · a · m · e · r · a
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “camera”
The word “camera” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · me · ra. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "camera" have?
"camera" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "camera" into syllables?
"camera" is divided into syllables as: ca · me · ra.
What is the Scrabble score for "camera"?
The Scrabble score for "camera" is 10 points.
Using “camera” in writing
Three-syllable words like "camera" (ca · me · ra) 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, “camera” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.