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How many syllables in “cameos”?

2

syllables in "cameos"

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Word details

Syllables

2

ca · meos

Letters

6

c · a · m · e · o · s

Scrabble

10

points

Scrabble letter values

c3
a1
m3
e1
o1
s1

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About the word “cameos

The word cameos contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · meos. It has 6 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cameos" have?

"cameos" has 2 syllables.

How do you divide "cameos" into syllables?

"cameos" is divided into syllables as: ca · meos.

What is the Scrabble score for "cameos"?

The Scrabble score for "cameos" is 10 points.

Using “cameos” in writing

Two-syllable words like "cameos" (ca · meos) 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, cameos is worth 10 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.

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