How many syllables in “distemperate”?
syllables in "distemperate"
Word details
Syllables
4
dis · tem · per · ate
Letters
12
d · i · s · t · e · m · p · e · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
17
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About the word “distemperate”
The word “distemperate” contains 4 syllables, divided as dis · tem · per · ate. It has 12 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "distemperate" have?
"distemperate" has 4 syllables.
How do you divide "distemperate" into syllables?
"distemperate" is divided into syllables as: dis · tem · per · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "distemperate"?
The Scrabble score for "distemperate" is 17 points.
Using “distemperate” in writing
Four-syllable words like "distemperate" (dis · tem · per · ate) span two full iambic feet. In a line of iambic pentameter (10 syllables), a four-syllable word takes nearly half the line, making it a powerful anchor. Use it deliberately — multi-syllable words slow the reader down and add weight.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “distemperate” is worth 17 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “distemperate”
The letters in “distemperate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: premeditates.