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How many syllables in “estimates”?

4

syllables in "estimates"

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Word details

Syllables

4

e · sti · ma · tes

Letters

9

e · s · t · i · m · a · t · e · s

Scrabble

11

points

Common word

Scrabble letter values

e1
s1
t1
i1
m3
a1
t1
e1
s1

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About the word “estimates

The word estimates contains 4 syllables, divided as e · sti · ma · tes. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "estimates" have?

"estimates" has 4 syllables.

How do you divide "estimates" into syllables?

"estimates" is divided into syllables as: e · sti · ma · tes.

What is the Scrabble score for "estimates"?

The Scrabble score for "estimates" is 11 points.

Using “estimates” in writing

Four-syllable words like "estimates" (e · sti · ma · tes) 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, estimates is worth 11 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 “estimates

The letters in estimates can be rearranged to spell one other word: steamiest.

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