How many syllables in “librate”?
syllables in "librate"
Word details
Syllables
2
libr · ate
Letters
7
l · i · b · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
9
points
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About the word “librate”
The word “librate” contains 2 syllables, divided as libr · ate. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "librate" have?
"librate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "librate" into syllables?
"librate" is divided into syllables as: libr · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "librate"?
The Scrabble score for "librate" is 9 points.
Using “librate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "librate" (libr · 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, “librate” 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 “librate”
The letters in “librate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: triable.