How many syllables in “carbamate”?
syllables in "carbamate"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · bam · ate
Letters
9
c · a · r · b · a · m · a · t · e
Scrabble
15
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About the word “carbamate”
The word “carbamate” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · bam · ate. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carbamate" have?
"carbamate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carbamate" into syllables?
"carbamate" is divided into syllables as: car · bam · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "carbamate"?
The Scrabble score for "carbamate" is 15 points.
Using “carbamate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carbamate" (car · bam · ate) 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, “carbamate” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.