How many syllables in “cadres”?
syllables in "cadres"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · dres
Letters
6
c · a · d · r · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “cadres”
The word “cadres” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · dres. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cadres" have?
"cadres" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cadres" into syllables?
"cadres" is divided into syllables as: ca · dres.
What is the Scrabble score for "cadres"?
The Scrabble score for "cadres" is 9 points.
Using “cadres” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cadres" (ca · dres) 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, “cadres” 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 “cadres”
The letters in “cadres” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: cedars, sacred, scared.