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How many syllables in “carbide”?

2

syllables in "carbide"

carbide
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Word details

Syllables

2

carb · ide

Letters

7

c · a · r · b · i · d · e

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
a1
r1
b3
i1
d2
e1

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About the word “carbide

The word carbide contains 2 syllables, divided as carb · ide. It has 7 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "carbide" have?

"carbide" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "carbide" into syllables?

"carbide" is divided into syllables as: carb · ide.

What is the Scrabble score for "carbide"?

The Scrabble score for "carbide" is 12 points.

Using “carbide” in writing

Two-syllable words like "carbide" (carb · ide) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, carbide is worth 12 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.

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