How many syllables in “carol”?
syllables in "carol"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · rol
Letters
5
c · a · r · o · l
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “carol”
The word “carol” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · rol. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carol" have?
"carol" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "carol" into syllables?
"carol" is divided into syllables as: ca · rol.
What is the Scrabble score for "carol"?
The Scrabble score for "carol" is 7 points.
Using “carol” in writing
Two-syllable words like "carol" (ca · rol) 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, “carol” 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 “carol”
The letters in “carol” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: claro, coral.