How many syllables in “iterate”?
syllables in "iterate"
Word details
Syllables
3
ite · rat · e
Letters
7
i · t · e · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “iterate”
The word “iterate” contains 3 syllables, divided as ite · rat · e. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "iterate" have?
"iterate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "iterate" into syllables?
"iterate" is divided into syllables as: ite · rat · e.
What is the Scrabble score for "iterate"?
The Scrabble score for "iterate" is 7 points.
Using “iterate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "iterate" (ite · rat · e) 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, “iterate” 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 “iterate”
The letters in “iterate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: ariette.