How many syllables in “gemmates”?
syllables in "gemmates"
Word details
Syllables
3
gem · ma · tes
Letters
8
g · e · m · m · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “gemmates”
The word “gemmates” contains 3 syllables, divided as gem · ma · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "gemmates" have?
"gemmates" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "gemmates" into syllables?
"gemmates" is divided into syllables as: gem · ma · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "gemmates"?
The Scrabble score for "gemmates" is 13 points.
Using “gemmates” in writing
Three-syllable words like "gemmates" (gem · ma · tes) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “gemmates” is worth 13 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 “gemmates”
The letters in “gemmates” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tagmemes.