How many syllables in “caravanserai”?
syllables in "caravanserai"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ra · van · se · rai
Letters
12
c · a · r · a · v · a · n · s · e · r · a · i
Scrabble
17
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About the word “caravanserai”
The word “caravanserai” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ra · van · se · rai. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caravanserai" have?
"caravanserai" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "caravanserai" into syllables?
"caravanserai" is divided into syllables as: ca · ra · van · se · rai.
What is the Scrabble score for "caravanserai"?
The Scrabble score for "caravanserai" is 17 points.
Using “caravanserai” in writing
"caravanserai" (ca · ra · van · se · rai) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “caravanserai” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.