How many syllables in “cataphoretic”?
syllables in "cataphoretic"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · tap · ho · re · tic
Letters
12
c · a · t · a · p · h · o · r · e · t · i · c
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “cataphoretic”
The word “cataphoretic” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · tap · ho · re · tic. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cataphoretic" have?
"cataphoretic" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "cataphoretic" into syllables?
"cataphoretic" is divided into syllables as: ca · tap · ho · re · tic.
What is the Scrabble score for "cataphoretic"?
The Scrabble score for "cataphoretic" is 21 points.
Using “cataphoretic” in writing
"cataphoretic" (ca · tap · ho · re · tic) 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, “cataphoretic” is worth 21 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.