How many syllables in “carcajou”?
syllables in "carcajou"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · ca · jou
Letters
8
c · a · r · c · a · j · o · u
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “carcajou”
The word “carcajou” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · ca · jou. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carcajou" have?
"carcajou" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carcajou" into syllables?
"carcajou" is divided into syllables as: car · ca · jou.
What is the Scrabble score for "carcajou"?
The Scrabble score for "carcajou" is 19 points.
Using “carcajou” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carcajou" (car · ca · jou) 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, “carcajou” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.