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