How many syllables in “mate”?
syllable in "mate"
Word details
Syllables
1
mate
Letters
4
m · a · t · e
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “mate”
The word “mate” contains 1 syllable, divided as mate. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mate" have?
"mate" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "mate" into syllables?
"mate" is divided into syllables as: mate.
What is the Scrabble score for "mate"?
The Scrabble score for "mate" is 6 points.
Using “mate” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "mate" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “mate” is worth 6 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 “mate”
The letters in “mate” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: meat, meta, tame, team.