How many syllables in “weathercasts”?
syllables in "weathercasts"
Word details
Syllables
3
weat · her · casts
Letters
12
w · e · a · t · h · e · r · c · a · s · t · s
Scrabble
20
points
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About the word “weathercasts”
The word “weathercasts” contains 3 syllables, divided as weat · her · casts. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "weathercasts" have?
"weathercasts" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "weathercasts" into syllables?
"weathercasts" is divided into syllables as: weat · her · casts.
What is the Scrabble score for "weathercasts"?
The Scrabble score for "weathercasts" is 20 points.
Using “weathercasts” in writing
Three-syllable words like "weathercasts" (weat · her · casts) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “weathercasts” is worth 20 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.