How many syllables in “castors”?
syllables in "castors"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · stors
Letters
7
c · a · s · t · o · r · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “castors”
The word “castors” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · stors. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "castors" have?
"castors" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "castors" into syllables?
"castors" is divided into syllables as: ca · stors.
What is the Scrabble score for "castors"?
The Scrabble score for "castors" is 9 points.
Using “castors” in writing
Two-syllable words like "castors" (ca · stors) 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, “castors” is worth 9 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 “castors”
The letters in “castors” can be rearranged to spell one other word: costars.