How many syllables in “cathartics”?
syllables in "cathartics"
Word details
Syllables
3
cat · har · tics
Letters
10
c · a · t · h · a · r · t · i · c · s
Scrabble
17
points
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About the word “cathartics”
The word “cathartics” contains 3 syllables, divided as cat · har · tics. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cathartics" have?
"cathartics" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "cathartics" into syllables?
"cathartics" is divided into syllables as: cat · har · tics.
What is the Scrabble score for "cathartics"?
The Scrabble score for "cathartics" is 17 points.
Using “cathartics” in writing
Three-syllable words like "cathartics" (cat · har · tics) 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, “cathartics” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.