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