How many syllables in “ratlike”?
syllables in "ratlike"
Word details
Syllables
2
ratl · ike
Letters
7
r · a · t · l · i · k · e
Scrabble
11
points
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About the word “ratlike”
The word “ratlike” contains 2 syllables, divided as ratl · ike. It has 7 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "ratlike" have?
"ratlike" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "ratlike" into syllables?
"ratlike" is divided into syllables as: ratl · ike.
What is the Scrabble score for "ratlike"?
The Scrabble score for "ratlike" is 11 points.
Using “ratlike” in writing
Two-syllable words like "ratlike" (ratl · ike) 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, “ratlike” is worth 11 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 “ratlike”
The letters in “ratlike” can be rearranged to spell one other word: talkier.