How many syllables in “capstan”?
syllables in "capstan"
Word details
Syllables
2
cap · stan
Letters
7
c · a · p · s · t · a · n
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “capstan”
The word “capstan” contains 2 syllables, divided as cap · stan. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "capstan" have?
"capstan" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "capstan" into syllables?
"capstan" is divided into syllables as: cap · stan.
What is the Scrabble score for "capstan"?
The Scrabble score for "capstan" is 11 points.
Using “capstan” in writing
Two-syllable words like "capstan" (cap · stan) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “capstan” is worth 11 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.
Anagrams of “capstan”
The letters in “capstan” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: captans, catnaps.