How many syllables in “caper”?
syllables in "caper"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · per
Letters
5
c · a · p · e · r
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “caper”
The word “caper” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · per. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caper" have?
"caper" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caper" into syllables?
"caper" is divided into syllables as: ca · per.
What is the Scrabble score for "caper"?
The Scrabble score for "caper" is 9 points.
Using “caper” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caper" (ca · per) 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, “caper” 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 “caper”
The letters in “caper” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: crape, pacer, recap.