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