How many syllables in “calathus”?
syllables in "calathus"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · lat · hus
Letters
8
c · a · l · a · t · h · u · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “calathus”
The word “calathus” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · lat · hus. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "calathus" have?
"calathus" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "calathus" into syllables?
"calathus" is divided into syllables as: ca · lat · hus.
What is the Scrabble score for "calathus"?
The Scrabble score for "calathus" is 13 points.
Using “calathus” in writing
Three-syllable words like "calathus" (ca · lat · hus) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “calathus” 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.