How many syllables in “ratine”?
syllables in "ratine"
Word details
Syllables
2
rat · ine
Letters
6
r · a · t · i · n · e
Scrabble
6
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About the word “ratine”
The word “ratine” contains 2 syllables, divided as rat · ine. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratine" have?
"ratine" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratine" into syllables?
"ratine" is divided into syllables as: rat · ine.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratine"?
The Scrabble score for "ratine" is 6 points.
Using “ratine” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratine" (rat · ine) 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, “ratine” 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 “ratine”
The letters in “ratine” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: retain, retina.