How many syllables in “impregnate”?
syllables in "impregnate"
Word details
Syllables
3
impr · egna · te
Letters
10
i · m · p · r · e · g · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
15
points
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About the word “impregnate”
The word “impregnate” contains 3 syllables, divided as impr · egna · te. It has 10 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "impregnate" have?
"impregnate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "impregnate" into syllables?
"impregnate" is divided into syllables as: impr · egna · te.
What is the Scrabble score for "impregnate"?
The Scrabble score for "impregnate" is 15 points.
Using “impregnate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "impregnate" (impr · egna · te) 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, “impregnate” is worth 15 base points before any board multipliers. That's a high-scoring word — prioritize double or triple word score squares to maximize your turn.
Anagrams of “impregnate”
The letters in “impregnate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: permeating.