How many syllables in “cause”?
syllable in "cause"
Word details
Syllables
1
cause
Letters
5
c · a · u · s · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “cause”
The word “cause” contains 1 syllable, divided as cause. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cause" have?
"cause" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "cause" into syllables?
"cause" is divided into syllables as: cause.
What is the Scrabble score for "cause"?
The Scrabble score for "cause" is 7 points.
Using “cause” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "cause" 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, “cause” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “cause”
The letters in “cause” can be rearranged to spell one other word: sauce.