How many syllables in “cardinal”?
syllables in "cardinal"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · di · nal
Letters
8
c · a · r · d · i · n · a · l
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cardinal”
The word “cardinal” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · di · nal. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cardinal" have?
"cardinal" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cardinal" into syllables?
"cardinal" is divided into syllables as: car · di · nal.
What is the Scrabble score for "cardinal"?
The Scrabble score for "cardinal" is 11 points.
Using “cardinal” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cardinal" (car · di · nal) 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, “cardinal” 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.