How many syllables in “cargo”?
syllables in "cargo"
Word details
Syllables
2
car · go
Letters
5
c · a · r · g · o
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cargo”
The word “cargo” contains 2 syllables, divided as car · go. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cargo" have?
"cargo" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cargo" into syllables?
"cargo" is divided into syllables as: car · go.
What is the Scrabble score for "cargo"?
The Scrabble score for "cargo" is 8 points.
Using “cargo” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cargo" (car · go) 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, “cargo” is worth 8 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.