How many syllables in “kata”?
syllables in "kata"
Word details
Syllables
2
ka · ta
Letters
4
k · a · t · a
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “kata”
The word “kata” contains 2 syllables, divided as ka · ta. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "kata" have?
"kata" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "kata" into syllables?
"kata" is divided into syllables as: ka · ta.
What is the Scrabble score for "kata"?
The Scrabble score for "kata" is 8 points.
Using “kata” in writing
Two-syllable words like "kata" (ka · ta) 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, “kata” 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 “kata”
The letters in “kata” can be rearranged to spell one other word: taka.