How many syllables in “catabolites”?
syllables in "catabolites"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · ta · bo · li · tes
Letters
11
c · a · t · a · b · o · l · i · t · e · s
Scrabble
15
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About the word “catabolites”
The word “catabolites” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · ta · bo · li · tes. It has 11 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catabolites" have?
"catabolites" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "catabolites" into syllables?
"catabolites" is divided into syllables as: ca · ta · bo · li · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "catabolites"?
The Scrabble score for "catabolites" is 15 points.
Using “catabolites” in writing
"catabolites" (ca · ta · bo · li · tes) has five syllables — exactly one full line of a haiku's 5-7-5 structure. That means this single word could stand alone as the opening or closing line of a haiku. In longer verse, five-syllable words create a slow, deliberate pace.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “catabolites” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.