Caywood is a surname that is pronounced /keɪwʊd/. The word consists of two syllables, with the stress falling on the first syllable. The first syllable, "cay," is pronounced /keɪ/, with a long "a" sound. The second syllable, "wood," is pronounced /wʊd/, with a short "u" sound. The spelling of the word reflects the pronunciation accurately, with each letter representing a distinct sound in the word. The correct spelling of Caywood can be helpful for genealogical research or for properly addressing someone with this surname.