How many syllables in “capote”?
syllables in "capote"
Word details
Syllables
2
cap · ote
Letters
6
c · a · p · o · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “capote”
The word “capote” contains 2 syllables, divided as cap · ote. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "capote" have?
"capote" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "capote" into syllables?
"capote" is divided into syllables as: cap · ote.
What is the Scrabble score for "capote"?
The Scrabble score for "capote" is 10 points.
Using “capote” in writing
Two-syllable words like "capote" (cap · ote) 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, “capote” 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.
Anagrams of “capote”
The letters in “capote” can be rearranged to spell one other word: toecap.