How many syllables in “catechins”?
syllables in "catechins"
Word details
Syllables
3
ca · tec · hins
Letters
9
c · a · t · e · c · h · i · n · s
Scrabble
16
points
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About the word “catechins”
The word “catechins” contains 3 syllables, divided as ca · tec · hins. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catechins" have?
"catechins" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "catechins" into syllables?
"catechins" is divided into syllables as: ca · tec · hins.
What is the Scrabble score for "catechins"?
The Scrabble score for "catechins" is 16 points.
Using “catechins” in writing
Three-syllable words like "catechins" (ca · tec · hins) 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, “catechins” 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.
Anagrams of “catechins”
The letters in “catechins” can be rearranged to spell one other word: chanciest.