How many syllables in “hypercautious”?
syllables in "hypercautious"
Word details
Syllables
4
hyper · cauti · ous
Letters
13
h · y · p · e · r · c · a · u · t · i · o · u · s
Scrabble
23
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About the word “hypercautious”
The word “hypercautious” contains 4 syllables, divided as hyper · cauti · ous. It has 13 letters.
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How many syllables does "hypercautious" have?
"hypercautious" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "hypercautious" into syllables?
"hypercautious" is divided into syllables as: hyper · cauti · ous.
What is the Scrabble score for "hypercautious"?
The Scrabble score for "hypercautious" is 23 points.
Using “hypercautious” in writing
Four-syllable words like "hypercautious" (hyper · cauti · ous) 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, “hypercautious” is worth 23 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.