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