How many syllables in “carbamide”?
syllables in "carbamide"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · bam · ide
Letters
9
c · a · r · b · a · m · i · d · e
Scrabble
16
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “carbamide”
The word “carbamide” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · bam · ide. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carbamide" have?
"carbamide" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carbamide" into syllables?
"carbamide" is divided into syllables as: car · bam · ide.
What is the Scrabble score for "carbamide"?
The Scrabble score for "carbamide" is 16 points.
Using “carbamide” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carbamide" (car · bam · ide) 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, “carbamide” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.