How many syllables in “caesium”?
syllables in "caesium"
Word details
Syllables
2
cae · sium
Letters
7
c · a · e · s · i · u · m
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “caesium”
The word “caesium” contains 2 syllables, divided as cae · sium. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caesium" have?
"caesium" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caesium" into syllables?
"caesium" is divided into syllables as: cae · sium.
What is the Scrabble score for "caesium"?
The Scrabble score for "caesium" is 11 points.
Using “caesium” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caesium" (cae · sium) 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, “caesium” is worth 11 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.