How many syllables in “carcass”?
syllables in "carcass"
Word details
Syllables
2
car · cass
Letters
7
c · a · r · c · a · s · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “carcass”
The word “carcass” contains 2 syllables, divided as car · cass. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carcass" have?
"carcass" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "carcass" into syllables?
"carcass" is divided into syllables as: car · cass.
What is the Scrabble score for "carcass"?
The Scrabble score for "carcass" is 11 points.
Using “carcass” in writing
Two-syllable words like "carcass" (car · cass) 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, “carcass” is worth 11 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.