How many syllables in “cestus”?
syllables in "cestus"
Word details
Syllables
2
ce · stus
Letters
6
c · e · s · t · u · s
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “cestus”
The word “cestus” contains 2 syllables, divided as ce · stus. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cestus" have?
"cestus" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cestus" into syllables?
"cestus" is divided into syllables as: ce · stus.
What is the Scrabble score for "cestus"?
The Scrabble score for "cestus" is 8 points.
Using “cestus” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cestus" (ce · stus) 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, “cestus” is worth 8 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 “cestus”
The letters in “cestus” can be rearranged to spell one other word: scutes.