How many syllables in “cartoonlike”?
syllables in "cartoonlike"
Word details
Syllables
3
cart · oonl · ike
Letters
11
c · a · r · t · o · o · n · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cartoonlike”
The word “cartoonlike” contains 3 syllables, divided as cart · oonl · ike. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cartoonlike" have?
"cartoonlike" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cartoonlike" into syllables?
"cartoonlike" is divided into syllables as: cart · oonl · ike.
What is the Scrabble score for "cartoonlike"?
The Scrabble score for "cartoonlike" is 17 points.
Using “cartoonlike” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cartoonlike" (cart · oonl · ike) 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, “cartoonlike” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.