How many syllables in “caveats”?
syllables in "caveats"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · veats
Letters
7
c · a · v · e · a · t · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “caveats”
The word “caveats” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · veats. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caveats" have?
"caveats" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caveats" into syllables?
"caveats" is divided into syllables as: ca · veats.
What is the Scrabble score for "caveats"?
The Scrabble score for "caveats" is 12 points.
Using “caveats” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caveats" (ca · veats) 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, “caveats” 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 “caveats”
The letters in “caveats” can be rearranged to spell one other word: vacates.