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How many syllables in “ultracautious”?

4

syllables in "ultracautious"

ultracautious
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Word details

Syllables

4

ultra · cauti · ous

Letters

13

u · l · t · r · a · c · a · u · t · i · o · u · s

Scrabble

15

points

Scrabble letter values

u1
l1
t1
r1
a1
c3
a1
u1
t1
i1
o1
u1
s1

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About the word “ultracautious

The word ultracautious contains 4 syllables, divided as ultra · cauti · ous. It has 13 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "ultracautious" have?

"ultracautious" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "ultracautious" into syllables?

"ultracautious" is divided into syllables as: ultra · cauti · ous.

What is the Scrabble score for "ultracautious"?

The Scrabble score for "ultracautious" is 15 points.

Using “ultracautious” in writing

Four-syllable words like "ultracautious" (ultra · 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, ultracautious 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.

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