How many syllables in “embarcadero”?
syllables in "embarcadero"
Word details
Syllables
5
em · bar · ca · de · ro
Letters
11
e · m · b · a · r · c · a · d · e · r · o
Scrabble
18
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About the word “embarcadero”
The word “embarcadero” contains 5 syllables, divided as em · bar · ca · de · ro. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "embarcadero" have?
"embarcadero" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "embarcadero" into syllables?
"embarcadero" is divided into syllables as: em · bar · ca · de · ro.
What is the Scrabble score for "embarcadero"?
The Scrabble score for "embarcadero" is 18 points.
Using “embarcadero” in writing
"embarcadero" (em · bar · ca · de · ro) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “embarcadero” is worth 18 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.