How many syllables in “cassette”?
syllables in "cassette"
Word details
Syllables
2
cass · ette
Letters
8
c · a · s · s · e · t · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “cassette”
The word “cassette” contains 2 syllables, divided as cass · ette. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cassette" have?
"cassette" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cassette" into syllables?
"cassette" is divided into syllables as: cass · ette.
What is the Scrabble score for "cassette"?
The Scrabble score for "cassette" is 10 points.
Using “cassette” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cassette" (cass · ette) 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, “cassette” 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 “cassette”
The letters in “cassette” can be rearranged to spell one other word: casettes.