How many syllables in “caimans”?
syllables in "caimans"
Word details
Syllables
2
cai · mans
Letters
7
c · a · i · m · a · n · s
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “caimans”
The word “caimans” contains 2 syllables, divided as cai · mans. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caimans" have?
"caimans" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caimans" into syllables?
"caimans" is divided into syllables as: cai · mans.
What is the Scrabble score for "caimans"?
The Scrabble score for "caimans" is 11 points.
Using “caimans” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caimans" (cai · mans) 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, “caimans” 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.
Anagrams of “caimans”
The letters in “caimans” can be rearranged to spell one other word: maniacs.