How many syllables in “carboy”?
syllables in "carboy"
Word details
Syllables
2
car · boy
Letters
6
c · a · r · b · o · y
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “carboy”
The word “carboy” contains 2 syllables, divided as car · boy. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carboy" have?
"carboy" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "carboy" into syllables?
"carboy" is divided into syllables as: car · boy.
What is the Scrabble score for "carboy"?
The Scrabble score for "carboy" is 13 points.
Using “carboy” in writing
Two-syllable words like "carboy" (car · boy) 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, “carboy” is worth 13 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.