How many syllables in “carbuncles”?
syllables in "carbuncles"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · bun · cles
Letters
10
c · a · r · b · u · n · c · l · e · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “carbuncles”
The word “carbuncles” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · bun · cles. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carbuncles" have?
"carbuncles" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carbuncles" into syllables?
"carbuncles" is divided into syllables as: car · bun · cles.
What is the Scrabble score for "carbuncles"?
The Scrabble score for "carbuncles" is 16 points.
Using “carbuncles” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carbuncles" (car · bun · cles) 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, “carbuncles” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.