How many syllables in “cataclysms”?
syllables in "cataclysms"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · ta · clysms
Letters
10
c · a · t · a · c · l · y · s · m · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “cataclysms”
The word “cataclysms” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · ta · clysms. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cataclysms" have?
"cataclysms" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cataclysms" into syllables?
"cataclysms" is divided into syllables as: ca · ta · clysms.
What is the Scrabble score for "cataclysms"?
The Scrabble score for "cataclysms" is 19 points.
Using “cataclysms” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cataclysms" (ca · ta · clysms) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “cataclysms” is worth 19 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.