How many syllables in “caroms”?
syllables in "caroms"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · roms
Letters
6
c · a · r · o · m · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “caroms”
The word “caroms” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · roms. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caroms" have?
"caroms" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caroms" into syllables?
"caroms" is divided into syllables as: ca · roms.
What is the Scrabble score for "caroms"?
The Scrabble score for "caroms" is 10 points.
Using “caroms” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caroms" (ca · roms) 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, “caroms” is worth 10 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 “caroms”
The letters in “caroms” can be rearranged to spell one other word: macros.