How many syllables in “citrate”?
syllables in "citrate"
Word details
Syllables
2
citr · ate
Letters
7
c · i · t · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “citrate”
The word “citrate” contains 2 syllables, divided as citr · ate. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "citrate" have?
"citrate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "citrate" into syllables?
"citrate" is divided into syllables as: citr · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "citrate"?
The Scrabble score for "citrate" is 9 points.
Using “citrate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "citrate" (citr · ate) 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, “citrate” 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 “citrate”
The letters in “citrate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: cattier.