How many syllables in “cartoonists”?
syllables in "cartoonists"
Word details
Syllables
3
car · too · nists
Letters
11
c · a · r · t · o · o · n · i · s · t · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cartoonists”
The word “cartoonists” contains 3 syllables, divided as car · too · nists. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cartoonists" have?
"cartoonists" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cartoonists" into syllables?
"cartoonists" is divided into syllables as: car · too · nists.
What is the Scrabble score for "cartoonists"?
The Scrabble score for "cartoonists" is 13 points.
Using “cartoonists” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cartoonists" (car · too · nists) 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, “cartoonists” is worth 13 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.