How many syllables in “cauldron”?
syllables in "cauldron"
Word details
Syllables
2
caul · dron
Letters
8
c · a · u · l · d · r · o · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “cauldron”
The word “cauldron” contains 2 syllables, divided as caul · dron. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cauldron" have?
"cauldron" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cauldron" into syllables?
"cauldron" is divided into syllables as: caul · dron.
What is the Scrabble score for "cauldron"?
The Scrabble score for "cauldron" is 11 points.
Using “cauldron” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cauldron" (caul · dron) 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, “cauldron” is worth 11 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 “cauldron”
The letters in “cauldron” can be rearranged to spell one other word: crunodal.