How many syllables in “cavitation”?
syllables in "cavitation"
Word details
Syllables
4
cavi · tati · on
Letters
10
c · a · v · i · t · a · t · i · o · n
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “cavitation”
The word “cavitation” contains 4 syllables, divided as cavi · tati · on. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cavitation" have?
"cavitation" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "cavitation" into syllables?
"cavitation" is divided into syllables as: cavi · tati · on.
What is the Scrabble score for "cavitation"?
The Scrabble score for "cavitation" is 15 points.
Using “cavitation” in writing
Four-syllable words like "cavitation" (cavi · tati · on) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cavitation” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “cavitation”
The letters in “cavitation” can be rearranged to spell one other word: activation.