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How many syllables in “cavefishes”?

3

syllables in "cavefishes"

cavefishes
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Word details

Syllables

3

cave · fish · es

Letters

10

c · a · v · e · f · i · s · h · e · s

Scrabble

21

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Scrabble letter values

c3
a1
v4
e1
f4
i1
s1
h4
e1
s1

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About the word “cavefishes

The word cavefishes contains 3 syllables, divided as cave · fish · es. It has 10 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "cavefishes" have?

"cavefishes" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "cavefishes" into syllables?

"cavefishes" is divided into syllables as: cave · fish · es.

What is the Scrabble score for "cavefishes"?

The Scrabble score for "cavefishes" is 21 points.

Using “cavefishes” in writing

Three-syllable words like "cavefishes" (cave · fish · es) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.

In word games

In Scrabble and Words With Friends, cavefishes is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.

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