How many syllables in “nitrate”?
syllables in "nitrate"
Word details
Syllables
2
nitr · ate
Letters
7
n · i · t · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
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About the word “nitrate”
The word “nitrate” contains 2 syllables, divided as nitr · ate. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "nitrate" have?
"nitrate" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "nitrate" into syllables?
"nitrate" is divided into syllables as: nitr · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "nitrate"?
The Scrabble score for "nitrate" is 7 points.
Using “nitrate” in writing
Two-syllable words like "nitrate" (nitr · 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, “nitrate” 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 “nitrate”
The letters in “nitrate” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: intreat, iterant, nattier, tertian.