How many syllables in “folate”?
syllables in "folate"
Word details
Syllables
2
fol · ate
Letters
6
f · o · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “folate”
The word “folate” contains 2 syllables, divided as fol · ate. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "folate" have?
"folate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "folate" into syllables?
"folate" is divided into syllables as: fol · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "folate"?
The Scrabble score for "folate" is 9 points.
Using “folate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "folate" (fol · 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, “folate” is worth 9 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 “folate”
The letters in “folate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: foetal.