How many syllables in “corban”?
syllables in "corban"
Word details
Syllables
2
cor · ban
Letters
6
c · o · r · b · a · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “corban”
The word “corban” contains 2 syllables, divided as cor · ban. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "corban" have?
"corban" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "corban" into syllables?
"corban" is divided into syllables as: cor · ban.
What is the Scrabble score for "corban"?
The Scrabble score for "corban" is 10 points.
Using “corban” in writing
Two-syllable words like "corban" (cor · ban) 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, “corban” is worth 10 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.
Anagrams of “corban”
The letters in “corban” can be rearranged to spell one other word: carbon.