How many syllables in “carafe”?
syllables in "carafe"
Word details
Syllables
2
car · afe
Letters
6
c · a · r · a · f · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “carafe”
The word “carafe” contains 2 syllables, divided as car · afe. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carafe" have?
"carafe" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "carafe" into syllables?
"carafe" is divided into syllables as: car · afe.
What is the Scrabble score for "carafe"?
The Scrabble score for "carafe" is 11 points.
Using “carafe” in writing
Two-syllable words like "carafe" (car · afe) 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, “carafe” is worth 11 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.