How many syllables in “ingrate”?
syllables in "ingrate"
Word details
Syllables
2
ingr · ate
Letters
7
i · n · g · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “ingrate”
The word “ingrate” contains 2 syllables, divided as ingr · ate. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ingrate" have?
"ingrate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ingrate" into syllables?
"ingrate" is divided into syllables as: ingr · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "ingrate"?
The Scrabble score for "ingrate" is 8 points.
Using “ingrate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ingrate" (ingr · 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, “ingrate” is worth 8 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 “ingrate”
The letters in “ingrate” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: granite, gratine, tangier, tearing.