How many syllables in “ingrates”?
syllables in "ingrates"
Word details
Syllables
3
in · gra · tes
Letters
8
i · n · g · r · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “ingrates”
The word “ingrates” contains 3 syllables, divided as in · gra · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ingrates" have?
"ingrates" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "ingrates" into syllables?
"ingrates" is divided into syllables as: in · gra · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "ingrates"?
The Scrabble score for "ingrates" is 9 points.
Using “ingrates” in writing
Three-syllable words like "ingrates" (in · gra · 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, “ingrates” is worth 9 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 “ingrates”
The letters in “ingrates” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: angriest, astringe, ganister, gantries, granites, rangiest.