How many syllables in “animate”?
syllables in "animate"
Word details
Syllables
3
ani · mat · e
Letters
7
a · n · i · m · a · t · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “animate”
The word “animate” contains 3 syllables, divided as ani · mat · e. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "animate" have?
"animate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "animate" into syllables?
"animate" is divided into syllables as: ani · mat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "animate"?
The Scrabble score for "animate" is 9 points.
Using “animate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "animate" (ani · mat · 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, “animate” is worth 9 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 “animate”
The letters in “animate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: amentia.