How many syllables in “carrefour”?
syllables in "carrefour"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · re · four
Letters
9
c · a · r · r · e · f · o · u · r
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “carrefour”
The word “carrefour” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · re · four. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "carrefour" have?
"carrefour" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "carrefour" into syllables?
"carrefour" is divided into syllables as: car · re · four.
What is the Scrabble score for "carrefour"?
The Scrabble score for "carrefour" is 14 points.
Using “carrefour” in writing
Three-syllable words like "carrefour" (car · re · four) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “carrefour” is worth 14 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.