How many syllables in “cedar”?
syllables in "cedar"
Word details
Syllables
2
ce · dar
Letters
5
c · e · d · a · r
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cedar”
The word “cedar” contains 2 syllables, divided as ce · dar. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cedar" have?
"cedar" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cedar" into syllables?
"cedar" is divided into syllables as: ce · dar.
What is the Scrabble score for "cedar"?
The Scrabble score for "cedar" is 8 points.
Using “cedar” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cedar" (ce · dar) 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, “cedar” is worth 8 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 “cedar”
The letters in “cedar” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: acred, arced, cadre, cared, raced.