How many syllables in “collegiate”?
syllables in "collegiate"
Word details
Syllables
3
coll · egia · te
Letters
10
c · o · l · l · e · g · i · a · t · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “collegiate”
The word “collegiate” contains 3 syllables, divided as coll · egia · te. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "collegiate" have?
"collegiate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "collegiate" into syllables?
"collegiate" is divided into syllables as: coll · egia · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "collegiate"?
The Scrabble score for "collegiate" is 13 points.
Using “collegiate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "collegiate" (coll · egia · 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, “collegiate” 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.