How many syllables in “captan”?
syllables in "captan"
Word details
Syllables
2
cap · tan
Letters
6
c · a · p · t · a · n
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “captan”
The word “captan” contains 2 syllables, divided as cap · tan. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "captan" have?
"captan" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "captan" into syllables?
"captan" is divided into syllables as: cap · tan.
What is the Scrabble score for "captan"?
The Scrabble score for "captan" is 10 points.
Using “captan” in writing
Two-syllable words like "captan" (cap · tan) 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, “captan” is worth 10 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 “captan”
The letters in “captan” can be rearranged to spell one other word: catnap.