How many syllables in “carols”?
syllables in "carols"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · rols
Letters
6
c · a · r · o · l · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “carols”
The word “carols” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · rols. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carols" have?
"carols" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "carols" into syllables?
"carols" is divided into syllables as: ca · rols.
What is the Scrabble score for "carols"?
The Scrabble score for "carols" is 8 points.
Using “carols” in writing
Two-syllable words like "carols" (ca · rols) 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, “carols” 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.
Anagrams of “carols”
The letters in “carols” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: claros, corals.