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