How many syllables in “cadet”?
syllables in "cadet"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · det
Letters
5
c · a · d · e · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cadet”
The word “cadet” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · det. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cadet" have?
"cadet" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cadet" into syllables?
"cadet" is divided into syllables as: ca · det.
What is the Scrabble score for "cadet"?
The Scrabble score for "cadet" is 8 points.
Using “cadet” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cadet" (ca · det) 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, “cadet” is worth 8 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 “cadet”
The letters in “cadet” can be rearranged to spell one other word: acted.