How many syllables in “catchers”?
syllables in "catchers"
Word details
Syllables
2
cat · chers
Letters
8
c · a · t · c · h · e · r · s
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “catchers”
The word “catchers” contains 2 syllables, divided as cat · chers. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catchers" have?
"catchers" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "catchers" into syllables?
"catchers" is divided into syllables as: cat · chers.
What is the Scrabble score for "catchers"?
The Scrabble score for "catchers" is 15 points.
Using “catchers” in writing
Two-syllable words like "catchers" (cat · chers) are the building blocks of iambic rhythm — the most common meter in English poetry. If the stress falls on the second syllable (da-DUM), it forms a perfect iamb, ideal for sonnets and iambic pentameter. It also fits neatly into the 5- or 7-syllable lines of a haiku.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “catchers” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “catchers”
The letters in “catchers” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cratches.