How many syllables in “cataplasms”?
syllables in "cataplasms"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · ta · plasms
Letters
10
c · a · t · a · p · l · a · s · m · s
Scrabble
16
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About the word “cataplasms”
The word “cataplasms” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · ta · plasms. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cataplasms" have?
"cataplasms" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cataplasms" into syllables?
"cataplasms" is divided into syllables as: ca · ta · plasms.
What is the Scrabble score for "cataplasms"?
The Scrabble score for "cataplasms" is 16 points.
Using “cataplasms” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cataplasms" (ca · ta · plasms) 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, “cataplasms” is worth 16 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.