How many syllables in “carbamyl”?
syllables in "carbamyl"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · ba · myl
Letters
8
c · a · r · b · a · m · y · l
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “carbamyl”
The word “carbamyl” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · ba · myl. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carbamyl" have?
"carbamyl" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carbamyl" into syllables?
"carbamyl" is divided into syllables as: car · ba · myl.
What is the Scrabble score for "carbamyl"?
The Scrabble score for "carbamyl" is 17 points.
Using “carbamyl” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carbamyl" (car · ba · myl) 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, “carbamyl” 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.