How many syllables in “caveat”?
syllables in "caveat"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · veat
Letters
6
c · a · v · e · a · t
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “caveat”
The word “caveat” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · veat. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caveat" have?
"caveat" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caveat" into syllables?
"caveat" is divided into syllables as: ca · veat.
What is the Scrabble score for "caveat"?
The Scrabble score for "caveat" is 11 points.
Using “caveat” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caveat" (ca · veat) 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, “caveat” 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 “caveat”
The letters in “caveat” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vacate.