How many syllables in “carboxylases”?
syllables in "carboxylases"
Word details
Syllables
4
car · box · yla · ses
Letters
12
c · a · r · b · o · x · y · l · a · s · e · s
Scrabble
26
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About the word “carboxylases”
The word “carboxylases” contains 4 syllables, divided as car · box · yla · ses. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carboxylases" have?
"carboxylases" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "carboxylases" into syllables?
"carboxylases" is divided into syllables as: car · box · yla · ses.
What is the Scrabble score for "carboxylases"?
The Scrabble score for "carboxylases" is 26 points.
Using “carboxylases” in writing
Four-syllable words like "carboxylases" (car · box · yla · ses) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “carboxylases” is worth 26 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.