How many syllables in “inmate”?
syllables in "inmate"
Word details
Syllables
2
inm · ate
Letters
6
i · n · m · a · t · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “inmate”
The word “inmate” contains 2 syllables, divided as inm · ate. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "inmate" have?
"inmate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "inmate" into syllables?
"inmate" is divided into syllables as: inm · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "inmate"?
The Scrabble score for "inmate" is 8 points.
Using “inmate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "inmate" (inm · 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, “inmate” 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 “inmate”
The letters in “inmate” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: etamin, tamein.