How many syllables in “shogunate”?
syllables in "shogunate"
Word details
Syllables
3
sho · gun · ate
Letters
9
s · h · o · g · u · n · a · t · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “shogunate”
The word “shogunate” contains 3 syllables, divided as sho · gun · ate. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "shogunate" have?
"shogunate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "shogunate" into syllables?
"shogunate" is divided into syllables as: sho · gun · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "shogunate"?
The Scrabble score for "shogunate" is 13 points.
Using “shogunate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "shogunate" (sho · gun · ate) create a rolling, flowing rhythm in verse. Depending on where the stress lands, they can form dactylic (DUM-da-da) or anapestic (da-da-DUM) feet — common in limericks, ballads, and song lyrics. In haiku, a single three-syllable word covers more than half of a short line.
In word games
In Scrabble and Words With Friends, “shogunate” is worth 13 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.