How many syllables in “camouflage”?
syllables in "camouflage"
Word details
Syllables
3
camo · ufla · ge
Letters
10
c · a · m · o · u · f · l · a · g · e
Scrabble
18
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About the word “camouflage”
The word “camouflage” contains 3 syllables, divided as camo · ufla · ge. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "camouflage" have?
"camouflage" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "camouflage" into syllables?
"camouflage" is divided into syllables as: camo · ufla · ge.
What is the Scrabble score for "camouflage"?
The Scrabble score for "camouflage" is 18 points.
Using “camouflage” in writing
Three-syllable words like "camouflage" (camo · ufla · ge) 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, “camouflage” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.