How many syllables in “tarmacadam”?
syllables in "tarmacadam"
Word details
Syllables
4
tar · ma · ca · dam
Letters
10
t · a · r · m · a · c · a · d · a · m
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “tarmacadam”
The word “tarmacadam” contains 4 syllables, divided as tar · ma · ca · dam. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tarmacadam" have?
"tarmacadam" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "tarmacadam" into syllables?
"tarmacadam" is divided into syllables as: tar · ma · ca · dam.
What is the Scrabble score for "tarmacadam"?
The Scrabble score for "tarmacadam" is 17 points.
Using “tarmacadam” in writing
Four-syllable words like "tarmacadam" (tar · ma · ca · dam) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “tarmacadam” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.