How many syllables in “cutdown”?
syllables in "cutdown"
Word details
Syllables
2
cut · down
Letters
7
c · u · t · d · o · w · n
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “cutdown”
The word “cutdown” contains 2 syllables, divided as cut · down. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cutdown" have?
"cutdown" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cutdown" into syllables?
"cutdown" is divided into syllables as: cut · down.
What is the Scrabble score for "cutdown"?
The Scrabble score for "cutdown" is 13 points.
Using “cutdown” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cutdown" (cut · down) 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, “cutdown” is worth 13 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.