How many syllables in “cater”?
syllables in "cater"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · ter
Letters
5
c · a · t · e · r
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “cater”
The word “cater” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · ter. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cater" have?
"cater" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cater" into syllables?
"cater" is divided into syllables as: ca · ter.
What is the Scrabble score for "cater"?
The Scrabble score for "cater" is 7 points.
Using “cater” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cater" (ca · ter) 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, “cater” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “cater”
The letters in “cater” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: caret, carte, crate, react, recta, trace.