How many syllables in “canto”?
syllables in "canto"
Word details
Syllables
2
can · to
Letters
5
c · a · n · t · o
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “canto”
The word “canto” contains 2 syllables, divided as can · to. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "canto" have?
"canto" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "canto" into syllables?
"canto" is divided into syllables as: can · to.
What is the Scrabble score for "canto"?
The Scrabble score for "canto" is 7 points.
Using “canto” in writing
Two-syllable words like "canto" (can · to) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “canto” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “canto”
The letters in “canto” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: cotan, octan.