How many syllables in “cardsharps”?
syllables in "cardsharps"
Word details
Syllables
2
car · dsharps
Letters
10
c · a · r · d · s · h · a · r · p · s
Scrabble
18
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About the word “cardsharps”
The word “cardsharps” contains 2 syllables, divided as car · dsharps. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cardsharps" have?
"cardsharps" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cardsharps" into syllables?
"cardsharps" is divided into syllables as: car · dsharps.
What is the Scrabble score for "cardsharps"?
The Scrabble score for "cardsharps" is 18 points.
Using “cardsharps” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cardsharps" (car · dsharps) 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, “cardsharps” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.