How many syllables in “grates”?
syllables in "grates"
Word details
Syllables
2
gra · tes
Letters
6
g · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “grates”
The word “grates” contains 2 syllables, divided as gra · tes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "grates" have?
"grates" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "grates" into syllables?
"grates" is divided into syllables as: gra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "grates"?
The Scrabble score for "grates" is 7 points.
Using “grates” in writing
Two-syllable words like "grates" (gra · tes) 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, “grates” is worth 7 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 “grates”
The letters in “grates” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: gaster, greats, retags, stager, targes.