How many syllables in “chlorate”?
syllables in "chlorate"
Word details
Syllables
2
chlo · rate
Letters
8
c · h · l · o · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “chlorate”
The word “chlorate” contains 2 syllables, divided as chlo · rate. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "chlorate" have?
"chlorate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "chlorate" into syllables?
"chlorate" is divided into syllables as: chlo · rate.
What is the Scrabble score for "chlorate"?
The Scrabble score for "chlorate" is 13 points.
Using “chlorate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "chlorate" (chlo · rate) 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, “chlorate” is worth 13 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 “chlorate”
The letters in “chlorate” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: chelator, trochlea.