How many syllables in “fellate”?
syllables in "fellate"
Word details
Syllables
2
fell · ate
Letters
7
f · e · l · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “fellate”
The word “fellate” contains 2 syllables, divided as fell · ate. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "fellate" have?
"fellate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "fellate" into syllables?
"fellate" is divided into syllables as: fell · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "fellate"?
The Scrabble score for "fellate" is 10 points.
Using “fellate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "fellate" (fell · 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, “fellate” is worth 10 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 “fellate”
The letters in “fellate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: leaflet.