How many syllables in “cavil”?
syllables in "cavil"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · vil
Letters
5
c · a · v · i · l
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “cavil”
The word “cavil” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · vil. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cavil" have?
"cavil" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cavil" into syllables?
"cavil" is divided into syllables as: ca · vil.
What is the Scrabble score for "cavil"?
The Scrabble score for "cavil" is 10 points.
Using “cavil” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cavil" (ca · vil) 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, “cavil” is worth 10 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 “cavil”
The letters in “cavil” can be rearranged to spell one other word: clavi.