How many syllables in “cadent”?
syllables in "cadent"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · dent
Letters
6
c · a · d · e · n · t
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cadent”
The word “cadent” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · dent. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cadent" have?
"cadent" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cadent" into syllables?
"cadent" is divided into syllables as: ca · dent.
What is the Scrabble score for "cadent"?
The Scrabble score for "cadent" is 9 points.
Using “cadent” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cadent" (ca · dent) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cadent” is worth 9 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.
Anagrams of “cadent”
The letters in “cadent” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: canted, decant.