How many syllables in “catnips”?
syllables in "catnips"
Word details
Syllables
2
cat · nips
Letters
7
c · a · t · n · i · p · s
Scrabble
11
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “catnips”
The word “catnips” contains 2 syllables, divided as cat · nips. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "catnips" have?
"catnips" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "catnips" into syllables?
"catnips" is divided into syllables as: cat · nips.
What is the Scrabble score for "catnips"?
The Scrabble score for "catnips" is 11 points.
Using “catnips” in writing
Two-syllable words like "catnips" (cat · nips) 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, “catnips” is worth 11 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.