How many syllables in “curate”?
syllables in "curate"
Word details
Syllables
2
cur · ate
Letters
6
c · u · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “curate”
The word “curate” contains 2 syllables, divided as cur · ate. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "curate" have?
"curate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "curate" into syllables?
"curate" is divided into syllables as: cur · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "curate"?
The Scrabble score for "curate" is 8 points.
Using “curate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "curate" (cur · 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, “curate” is worth 8 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 “curate”
The letters in “curate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: acuter.