How many syllables in “caverned”?
syllables in "caverned"
Word details
Syllables
2
cave · rned
Letters
8
c · a · v · e · r · n · e · d
Scrabble
14
points
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About the word “caverned”
The word “caverned” contains 2 syllables, divided as cave · rned. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caverned" have?
"caverned" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caverned" into syllables?
"caverned" is divided into syllables as: cave · rned.
What is the Scrabble score for "caverned"?
The Scrabble score for "caverned" is 14 points.
Using “caverned” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caverned" (cave · rned) 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, “caverned” is worth 14 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 “caverned”
The letters in “caverned” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cravened.