How many syllables in “cation”?
syllables in "cation"
Word details
Syllables
2
cation
Letters
6
c · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cation”
The word “cation” contains 2 syllables, divided as cation. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cation" have?
"cation" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cation" into syllables?
"cation" is divided into syllables as: cation.
What is the Scrabble score for "cation"?
The Scrabble score for "cation" is 8 points.
Using “cation” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cation" (cation) 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, “cation” 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 “cation”
The letters in “cation” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: action, atonic.