How many syllables in “callithump”?
syllables in "callithump"
Word details
Syllables
3
cal · lit · hump
Letters
10
c · a · l · l · i · t · h · u · m · p
Scrabble
19
points
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About the word “callithump”
The word “callithump” contains 3 syllables, divided as cal · lit · hump. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "callithump" have?
"callithump" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "callithump" into syllables?
"callithump" is divided into syllables as: cal · lit · hump.
What is the Scrabble score for "callithump"?
The Scrabble score for "callithump" is 19 points.
Using “callithump” in writing
Three-syllable words like "callithump" (cal · lit · hump) 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, “callithump” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.