How many syllables in “cartilage”?
syllables in "cartilage"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · til · age
Letters
9
c · a · r · t · i · l · a · g · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cartilage”
The word “cartilage” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · til · age. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cartilage" have?
"cartilage" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cartilage" into syllables?
"cartilage" is divided into syllables as: car · til · age.
What is the Scrabble score for "cartilage"?
The Scrabble score for "cartilage" is 12 points.
Using “cartilage” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cartilage" (car · til · age) 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, “cartilage” is worth 12 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.