How many syllables in “plate”?
syllable in "plate"
Word details
Syllables
1
plate
Letters
5
p · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
7
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “plate”
The word “plate” contains 1 syllable, divided as plate. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "plate" have?
"plate" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "plate" into syllables?
"plate" is divided into syllables as: plate.
What is the Scrabble score for "plate"?
The Scrabble score for "plate" is 7 points.
Using “plate” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "plate" carries strong natural stress and punchy impact. In haiku, it contributes one full syllable to the 5-7-5 structure. Monosyllabic words anchor lines in free verse and create emphasis when surrounded by longer words.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “plate” 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 “plate”
The letters in “plate” can be rearranged to spell 6 other words: leapt, lepta, palet, petal, pleat, tepal.