How many syllables in “acylate”?
syllables in "acylate"
Word details
Syllables
3
acy · lat · e
Letters
7
a · c · y · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “acylate”
The word “acylate” contains 3 syllables, divided as acy · lat · e. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "acylate" have?
"acylate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "acylate" into syllables?
"acylate" is divided into syllables as: acy · lat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "acylate"?
The Scrabble score for "acylate" is 12 points.
Using “acylate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "acylate" (acy · lat · e) 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, “acylate” 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.