How many syllables in “cashmere”?
syllables in "cashmere"
Word details
Syllables
2
cash · mere
Letters
8
c · a · s · h · m · e · r · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “cashmere”
The word “cashmere” contains 2 syllables, divided as cash · mere. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cashmere" have?
"cashmere" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cashmere" into syllables?
"cashmere" is divided into syllables as: cash · mere.
What is the Scrabble score for "cashmere"?
The Scrabble score for "cashmere" is 15 points.
Using “cashmere” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cashmere" (cash · mere) 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, “cashmere” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “cashmere”
The letters in “cashmere” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: machrees, marchese.