How many syllables in “caters”?
syllables in "caters"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · ters
Letters
6
c · a · t · e · r · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “caters”
The word “caters” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · ters. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "caters" have?
"caters" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "caters" into syllables?
"caters" is divided into syllables as: ca · ters.
What is the Scrabble score for "caters"?
The Scrabble score for "caters" is 8 points.
Using “caters” in writing
Two-syllable words like "caters" (ca · ters) 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, “caters” is worth 8 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 “caters”
The letters in “caters” can be rearranged to spell 7 other words: carets, cartes, caster, crates, reacts, recast, and 1 more.