How many syllables in “gate”?
syllable in "gate"
Word details
Syllables
1
gate
Letters
4
g · a · t · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “gate”
The word “gate” contains 1 syllable, divided as gate. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gate" have?
"gate" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "gate" into syllables?
"gate" is divided into syllables as: gate.
What is the Scrabble score for "gate"?
The Scrabble score for "gate" is 5 points.
Using “gate” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "gate" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gate” is worth 5 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 “gate”
The letters in “gate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: geta.