How many syllables in “catkin”?
syllables in "catkin"
Word details
Syllables
2
cat · kin
Letters
6
c · a · t · k · i · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “catkin”
The word “catkin” contains 2 syllables, divided as cat · kin. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catkin" have?
"catkin" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "catkin" into syllables?
"catkin" is divided into syllables as: cat · kin.
What is the Scrabble score for "catkin"?
The Scrabble score for "catkin" is 12 points.
Using “catkin” in writing
Two-syllable words like "catkin" (cat · kin) 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, “catkin” is worth 12 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 “catkin”
The letters in “catkin” can be rearranged to spell one other word: antick.