How many syllables in “carbanions”?
syllables in "carbanions"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · ba · nions
Letters
10
c · a · r · b · a · n · i · o · n · s
Scrabble
14
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About the word “carbanions”
The word “carbanions” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · ba · nions. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carbanions" have?
"carbanions" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carbanions" into syllables?
"carbanions" is divided into syllables as: car · ba · nions.
What is the Scrabble score for "carbanions"?
The Scrabble score for "carbanions" is 14 points.
Using “carbanions” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carbanions" (car · ba · nions) 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, “carbanions” is worth 14 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.