How many syllables in “caste”?
syllable in "caste"
Word details
Syllables
1
caste
Letters
5
c · a · s · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “caste”
The word “caste” contains 1 syllable, divided as caste. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caste" have?
"caste" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "caste" into syllables?
"caste" is divided into syllables as: caste.
What is the Scrabble score for "caste"?
The Scrabble score for "caste" is 7 points.
Using “caste” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "caste" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “caste” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “caste”
The letters in “caste” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: cates, cesta, taces.