How many syllables in “climates”?
syllables in "climates"
Word details
Syllables
3
cli · ma · tes
Letters
8
c · l · i · m · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
12
points
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About the word “climates”
The word “climates” contains 3 syllables, divided as cli · ma · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "climates" have?
"climates" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "climates" into syllables?
"climates" is divided into syllables as: cli · ma · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "climates"?
The Scrabble score for "climates" is 12 points.
Using “climates” in writing
Three-syllable words like "climates" (cli · ma · tes) 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, “climates” 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 “climates”
The letters in “climates” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: clematis, meticals.