How many syllables in “rate”?
syllable in "rate"
Word details
Syllables
1
rate
Letters
4
r · a · t · e
Scrabble
4
points
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About the word “rate”
The word “rate” contains 1 syllable, divided as rate. It has 4 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rate" have?
"rate" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "rate" into syllables?
"rate" is divided into syllables as: rate.
What is the Scrabble score for "rate"?
The Scrabble score for "rate" is 4 points.
Using “rate” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "rate" 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, “rate” is worth 4 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 “rate”
The letters in “rate” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: tare, tear.