How many syllables in “casualty”?
syllables in "casualty"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · sual · ty
Letters
8
c · a · s · u · a · l · t · y
Scrabble
13
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “casualty”
The word “casualty” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · sual · ty. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "casualty" have?
"casualty" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "casualty" into syllables?
"casualty" is divided into syllables as: ca · sual · ty.
What is the Scrabble score for "casualty"?
The Scrabble score for "casualty" is 13 points.
Using “casualty” in writing
Three-syllable words like "casualty" (ca · sual · ty) 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, “casualty” 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.