How many syllables in “patent”?
syllables in "patent"
Word details
Syllables
2
pa · tent
Letters
6
p · a · t · e · n · t
Scrabble
8
points
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About the word “patent”
The word “patent” contains 2 syllables, divided as pa · tent. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "patent" have?
"patent" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "patent" into syllables?
"patent" is divided into syllables as: pa · tent.
What is the Scrabble score for "patent"?
The Scrabble score for "patent" is 8 points.
Using “patent” in writing
Two-syllable words like "patent" (pa · tent) 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, “patent” 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 “patent”
The letters in “patent” can be rearranged to spell one other word: patten.