How many syllables in “catalogue”?
syllables in "catalogue"
Word details
Syllables
4
ca · ta · lo · gue
Letters
9
c · a · t · a · l · o · g · u · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “catalogue”
The word “catalogue” contains 4 syllables, divided as ca · ta · lo · gue. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catalogue" have?
"catalogue" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "catalogue" into syllables?
"catalogue" is divided into syllables as: ca · ta · lo · gue.
What is the Scrabble score for "catalogue"?
The Scrabble score for "catalogue" is 12 points.
Using “catalogue” in writing
Four-syllable words like "catalogue" (ca · ta · lo · gue) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “catalogue” is worth 12 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 “catalogue”
The letters in “catalogue” can be rearranged to spell one other word: coagulate.