How many syllables in “lustrate”?
syllables in "lustrate"
Word details
Syllables
2
lust · rate
Letters
8
l · u · s · t · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “lustrate”
The word “lustrate” contains 2 syllables, divided as lust · rate. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "lustrate" have?
"lustrate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "lustrate" into syllables?
"lustrate" is divided into syllables as: lust · rate.
What is the Scrabble score for "lustrate"?
The Scrabble score for "lustrate" is 8 points.
Using “lustrate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "lustrate" (lust · rate) 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, “lustrate” 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 “lustrate”
The letters in “lustrate” can be rearranged to spell one other word: tutelars.