Carbon
6 lettersnouncommonUpdated June 2026
Definition
A chemical element that forms the basis of all organic compounds and life on Earth.
“Carbon dioxide levels in the atmosphere continue to rise.”
Pronunciation
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/ˈkɑːbən/
Syllables
car·bon
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Worth 10 points; B is worth 3 points.
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