How many syllables in “donate”?
syllables in "donate"
Word details
Syllables
2
don · ate
Letters
6
d · o · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “donate”
The word “donate” contains 2 syllables, divided as don · ate. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "donate" have?
"donate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "donate" into syllables?
"donate" is divided into syllables as: don · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "donate"?
The Scrabble score for "donate" is 7 points.
Using “donate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "donate" (don · 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, “donate” 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 “donate”
The letters in “donate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: atoned.