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