How many syllables in “cardboard”?
syllables in "cardboard"
Word details
Syllables
2
car · dboard
Letters
9
c · a · r · d · b · o · a · r · d
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “cardboard”
The word “cardboard” contains 2 syllables, divided as car · dboard. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cardboard" have?
"cardboard" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cardboard" into syllables?
"cardboard" is divided into syllables as: car · dboard.
What is the Scrabble score for "cardboard"?
The Scrabble score for "cardboard" is 15 points.
Using “cardboard” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cardboard" (car · dboard) 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, “cardboard” 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.