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How many syllables in “carnations”?

3

syllables in "carnations"

carnations
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Word details

Syllables

3

carna · tions

Letters

10

c · a · r · n · a · t · i · o · n · s

Scrabble

12

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
a1
r1
n1
a1
t1
i1
o1
n1
s1

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About the word “carnations

The word carnations contains 3 syllables, divided as carna · tions. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "carnations" have?

"carnations" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "carnations" into syllables?

"carnations" is divided into syllables as: carna · tions.

What is the Scrabble score for "carnations"?

The Scrabble score for "carnations" is 12 points.

Using “carnations” in writing

Three-syllable words like "carnations" (carna · tions) 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, carnations is worth 12 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.

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