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