How many syllables in “celibate”?
syllables in "celibate"
Word details
Syllables
3
cel · iba · te
Letters
8
c · e · l · i · b · a · t · e
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “celibate”
The word “celibate” contains 3 syllables, divided as cel · iba · te. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "celibate" have?
"celibate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "celibate" into syllables?
"celibate" is divided into syllables as: cel · iba · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "celibate"?
The Scrabble score for "celibate" is 12 points.
Using “celibate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "celibate" (cel · iba · te) 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, “celibate” 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.
Anagrams of “celibate”
The letters in “celibate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: citeable.