How many syllables in “casbah”?
syllables in "casbah"
Word details
Syllables
2
cas · bah
Letters
6
c · a · s · b · a · h
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “casbah”
The word “casbah” contains 2 syllables, divided as cas · bah. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "casbah" have?
"casbah" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "casbah" into syllables?
"casbah" is divided into syllables as: cas · bah.
What is the Scrabble score for "casbah"?
The Scrabble score for "casbah" is 13 points.
Using “casbah” in writing
Two-syllable words like "casbah" (cas · bah) 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, “casbah” 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.