How many syllables in “carapaxes”?
syllables in "carapaxes"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · apa · xes
Letters
9
c · a · r · a · p · a · x · e · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “carapaxes”
The word “carapaxes” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · apa · xes. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carapaxes" have?
"carapaxes" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carapaxes" into syllables?
"carapaxes" is divided into syllables as: car · apa · xes.
What is the Scrabble score for "carapaxes"?
The Scrabble score for "carapaxes" is 20 points.
Using “carapaxes” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carapaxes" (car · apa · xes) 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, “carapaxes” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.