How many syllables in “kangaroo”?
syllables in "kangaroo"
Word details
Syllables
3
kan · ga · roo
Letters
8
k · a · n · g · a · r · o · o
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “kangaroo”
The word “kangaroo” contains 3 syllables, divided as kan · ga · roo. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kangaroo" have?
"kangaroo" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "kangaroo" into syllables?
"kangaroo" is divided into syllables as: kan · ga · roo.
What is the Scrabble score for "kangaroo"?
The Scrabble score for "kangaroo" is 13 points.
Using “kangaroo” in writing
Three-syllable words like "kangaroo" (kan · ga · roo) 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, “kangaroo” 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.