How many syllables in “capstone”?
syllables in "capstone"
Word details
Syllables
2
caps · tone
Letters
8
c · a · p · s · t · o · n · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “capstone”
The word “capstone” contains 2 syllables, divided as caps · tone. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "capstone" have?
"capstone" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "capstone" into syllables?
"capstone" is divided into syllables as: caps · tone.
What is the Scrabble score for "capstone"?
The Scrabble score for "capstone" is 12 points.
Using “capstone” in writing
Two-syllable words like "capstone" (caps · tone) 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, “capstone” is worth 12 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 “capstone”
The letters in “capstone” can be rearranged to spell one other word: opencast.