How many syllables in “prelates”?
syllables in "prelates"
Word details
Syllables
3
pre · la · tes
Letters
8
p · r · e · l · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
10
points
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About the word “prelates”
The word “prelates” contains 3 syllables, divided as pre · la · tes. It has 8 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "prelates" have?
"prelates" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "prelates" into syllables?
"prelates" is divided into syllables as: pre · la · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "prelates"?
The Scrabble score for "prelates" is 10 points.
Using “prelates” in writing
Three-syllable words like "prelates" (pre · la · tes) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “prelates” is worth 10 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 “prelates”
The letters in “prelates” can be rearranged to spell 3 other words: petrales, pleaters, replates.