How many syllables in “kabaka”?
syllables in "kabaka"
Word details
Syllables
3
ka · ba · ka
Letters
6
k · a · b · a · k · a
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “kabaka”
The word “kabaka” contains 3 syllables, divided as ka · ba · ka. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kabaka" have?
"kabaka" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "kabaka" into syllables?
"kabaka" is divided into syllables as: ka · ba · ka.
What is the Scrabble score for "kabaka"?
The Scrabble score for "kabaka" is 16 points.
Using “kabaka” in writing
Three-syllable words like "kabaka" (ka · ba · ka) 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, “kabaka” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.