How many syllables in “carnival”?
syllables in "carnival"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · ni · val
Letters
8
c · a · r · n · i · v · a · l
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “carnival”
The word “carnival” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · ni · val. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carnival" have?
"carnival" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carnival" into syllables?
"carnival" is divided into syllables as: car · ni · val.
What is the Scrabble score for "carnival"?
The Scrabble score for "carnival" is 13 points.
Using “carnival” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carnival" (car · ni · val) 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, “carnival” is worth 13 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.