How many syllables in “cates”?
syllables in "cates"
Word details
Syllables
2
ca · tes
Letters
5
c · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “cates”
The word “cates” contains 2 syllables, divided as ca · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cates" have?
"cates" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cates" into syllables?
"cates" is divided into syllables as: ca · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "cates"?
The Scrabble score for "cates" is 7 points.
Using “cates” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cates" (ca · tes) 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, “cates” 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 “cates”
The letters in “cates” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: caste, cesta, taces.