How many syllables in “cithern”?
syllables in "cithern"
Word details
Syllables
2
cit · hern
Letters
7
c · i · t · h · e · r · n
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “cithern”
The word “cithern” contains 2 syllables, divided as cit · hern. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "cithern" have?
"cithern" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "cithern" into syllables?
"cithern" is divided into syllables as: cit · hern.
What is the Scrabble score for "cithern"?
The Scrabble score for "cithern" is 12 points.
Using “cithern” in writing
Two-syllable words like "cithern" (cit · hern) 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, “cithern” 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 “cithern”
The letters in “cithern” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cithren.