How many syllables in “cardplayers”?
syllables in "cardplayers"
Word details
Syllables
2
card · players
Letters
11
c · a · r · d · p · l · a · y · e · r · s
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “cardplayers”
The word “cardplayers” contains 2 syllables, divided as card · players. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cardplayers" have?
"cardplayers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cardplayers" into syllables?
"cardplayers" is divided into syllables as: card · players.
What is the Scrabble score for "cardplayers"?
The Scrabble score for "cardplayers" is 19 points.
Using “cardplayers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cardplayers" (card · players) 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, “cardplayers” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.