How many syllables in “mates”?
syllables in "mates"
Word details
Syllables
2
ma · tes
Letters
5
m · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
7
points
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About the word “mates”
The word “mates” contains 2 syllables, divided as ma · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "mates" have?
"mates" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "mates" into syllables?
"mates" is divided into syllables as: ma · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "mates"?
The Scrabble score for "mates" is 7 points.
Using “mates” in writing
Two-syllable words like "mates" (ma · tes) 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, “mates” 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 “mates”
The letters in “mates” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: meats, satem, steam, tames, teams.