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