How many syllables in “caret”?
syllables in "caret"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · ret
Letters
5
c · a · r · e · t
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “caret”
The word “caret” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · ret. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caret" have?
"caret" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caret" into syllables?
"caret" is divided into syllables as: ca · ret.
What is the Scrabble score for "caret"?
The Scrabble score for "caret" is 7 points.
Using “caret” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caret" (ca · ret) 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, “caret” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “caret”
The letters in “caret” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: carte, cater, crate, react, recta, trace.