How many syllables in “carob”?
syllables in "carob"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · rob
Letters
5
c · a · r · o · b
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “carob”
The word “carob” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · rob. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carob" have?
"carob" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "carob" into syllables?
"carob" is divided into syllables as: ca · rob.
What is the Scrabble score for "carob"?
The Scrabble score for "carob" is 9 points.
Using “carob” in writing
Two-syllable words like "carob" (ca · rob) 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, “carob” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “carob”
The letters in “carob” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: carbo, cobra.