How many syllables in “cavernicolous”?
syllables in "cavernicolous"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ver · ni · co · lous
Letters
13
c · a · v · e · r · n · i · c · o · l · o · u · s
Scrabble
20
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About the word “cavernicolous”
The word “cavernicolous” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ver · ni · co · lous. It has 13 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cavernicolous" have?
"cavernicolous" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cavernicolous" into syllables?
"cavernicolous" is divided into syllables as: ca · ver · ni · co · lous.
What is the Scrabble score for "cavernicolous"?
The Scrabble score for "cavernicolous" is 20 points.
Using “cavernicolous” in writing
"cavernicolous" (ca · ver · ni · co · lous) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cavernicolous” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.