How many syllables in “carder”?
syllables in "carder"
Word details
Syllables
2
car · der
Letters
6
c · a · r · d · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “carder”
The word “carder” contains 2 syllables, divided as car · der. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carder" have?
"carder" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "carder" into syllables?
"carder" is divided into syllables as: car · der.
What is the Scrabble score for "carder"?
The Scrabble score for "carder" is 9 points.
Using “carder” in writing
Two-syllable words like "carder" (car · der) 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, “carder” is worth 9 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.