How many syllables in “catechetical”?
syllables in "catechetical"
Word details
Syllables
5
ca · tec · he · ti · cal
Letters
12
c · a · t · e · c · h · e · t · i · c · a · l
Scrabble
21
points
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About the word “catechetical”
The word “catechetical” contains 5 syllables, divided as ca · tec · he · ti · cal. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catechetical" have?
"catechetical" has 5 syllables.
How do you divide "catechetical" into syllables?
"catechetical" is divided into syllables as: ca · tec · he · ti · cal.
What is the Scrabble score for "catechetical"?
The Scrabble score for "catechetical" is 21 points.
Using “catechetical” in writing
"catechetical" (ca · tec · he · ti · cal) 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, “catechetical” 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.