How many syllables in “cartouches”?
syllables in "cartouches"
Word details
Syllables
2
carto · uches
Letters
10
c · a · r · t · o · u · c · h · e · s
Scrabble
17
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About the word “cartouches”
The word “cartouches” contains 2 syllables, divided as carto · uches. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cartouches" have?
"cartouches" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cartouches" into syllables?
"cartouches" is divided into syllables as: carto · uches.
What is the Scrabble score for "cartouches"?
The Scrabble score for "cartouches" is 17 points.
Using “cartouches” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cartouches" (carto · uches) 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, “cartouches” 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.