How many syllables in “cared”?
syllable in "cared"
Word details
Syllables
1
cared
Letters
5
c · a · r · e · d
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cared”
The word “cared” contains 1 syllable, divided as cared. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cared" have?
"cared" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cared" into syllables?
"cared" is divided into syllables as: cared.
What is the Scrabble score for "cared"?
The Scrabble score for "cared" is 8 points.
Using “cared” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cared" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cared” is worth 8 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 “cared”
The letters in “cared” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: acred, arced, cadre, cedar, raced.