How many syllables in “catered”?
syllables in "catered"
Word details
Syllables
2
cate · red
Letters
7
c · a · t · e · r · e · d
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “catered”
The word “catered” contains 2 syllables, divided as cate · red. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catered" have?
"catered" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "catered" into syllables?
"catered" is divided into syllables as: cate · red.
What is the Scrabble score for "catered"?
The Scrabble score for "catered" is 10 points.
Using “catered” in writing
Two-syllable words like "catered" (cate · red) 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, “catered” is worth 10 base points before any board multipliers. A solid mid-range score. Landing a high-value letter on a double letter square will push your total higher.
Anagrams of “catered”
The letters in “catered” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: cerated, created, reacted.