How many syllables in “cataphoresis”?
syllables in "cataphoresis"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · tap · ho · re · sis
Letters
12
c · a · t · a · p · h · o · r · e · s · i · s
Scrabble
19
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About the word “cataphoresis”
The word “cataphoresis” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · tap · ho · re · sis. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cataphoresis" have?
"cataphoresis" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cataphoresis" into syllables?
"cataphoresis" is divided into syllables as: ca · tap · ho · re · sis.
What is the Scrabble score for "cataphoresis"?
The Scrabble score for "cataphoresis" is 19 points.
Using “cataphoresis” in writing
"cataphoresis" (ca · tap · ho · re · sis) 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, “cataphoresis” 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.