How many syllables in “cautioned”?
syllables in "cautioned"
Word details
Syllables
2
cautioned
Letters
9
c · a · u · t · i · o · n · e · d
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cautioned”
The word “cautioned” contains 2 syllables, divided as cautioned. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cautioned" have?
"cautioned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cautioned" into syllables?
"cautioned" is divided into syllables as: cautioned.
What is the Scrabble score for "cautioned"?
The Scrabble score for "cautioned" is 12 points.
Using “cautioned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cautioned" (cautioned) 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, “cautioned” is worth 12 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 “cautioned”
The letters in “cautioned” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: auctioned, education.