How many syllables in “rated”?
syllables in "rated"
Word details
Syllables
2
ra · ted
Letters
5
r · a · t · e · d
Scrabble
6
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “rated”
The word “rated” contains 2 syllables, divided as ra · ted. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "rated" have?
"rated" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "rated" into syllables?
"rated" is divided into syllables as: ra · ted.
What is the Scrabble score for "rated"?
The Scrabble score for "rated" is 6 points.
Using “rated” in writing
Two-syllable words like "rated" (ra · ted) 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, “rated” is worth 6 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 “rated”
The letters in “rated” can be rearranged to spell 5 other words: dater, derat, tared, trade, tread.