How many syllables in “carcinogen”?
syllables in "carcinogen"
Word details
Syllables
4
car · ci · no · gen
Letters
10
c · a · r · c · i · n · o · g · e · n
Scrabble
15
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About the word “carcinogen”
The word “carcinogen” contains 4 syllables, divided as car · ci · no · gen. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carcinogen" have?
"carcinogen" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "carcinogen" into syllables?
"carcinogen" is divided into syllables as: car · ci · no · gen.
What is the Scrabble score for "carcinogen"?
The Scrabble score for "carcinogen" is 15 points.
Using “carcinogen” in writing
Four-syllable words like "carcinogen" (car · ci · no · gen) 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, “carcinogen” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.