How many syllables in “catechin”?
syllables in "catechin"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · tec · hin
Letters
8
c · a · t · e · c · h · i · n
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “catechin”
The word “catechin” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · tec · hin. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catechin" have?
"catechin" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "catechin" into syllables?
"catechin" is divided into syllables as: ca · tec · hin.
What is the Scrabble score for "catechin"?
The Scrabble score for "catechin" is 15 points.
Using “catechin” in writing
Three-syllable words like "catechin" (ca · tec · hin) 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, “catechin” 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 “catechin”
The letters in “catechin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: atechnic.