How many syllables in “dilate”?
syllables in "dilate"
Word details
Syllables
2
dil · ate
Letters
6
d · i · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
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About the word “dilate”
The word “dilate” contains 2 syllables, divided as dil · ate. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "dilate" have?
"dilate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "dilate" into syllables?
"dilate" is divided into syllables as: dil · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "dilate"?
The Scrabble score for "dilate" is 7 points.
Using “dilate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "dilate" (dil · 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, “dilate” is worth 7 base points before any board multipliers. Common words score lower individually, but their versatility is valuable — use them to open new lanes on the board or clear difficult tiles.
Anagrams of “dilate”
The letters in “dilate” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: detail, tailed.