How many syllables in “slate”?
syllable in "slate"
Word details
Syllables
1
slate
Letters
5
s · l · a · t · e
Scrabble
5
points
Scrabble letter values
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About the word “slate”
The word “slate” contains 1 syllable, divided as slate. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "slate" have?
"slate" has 1 syllable.
How do you divide "slate" into syllables?
"slate" is divided into syllables as: slate.
What is the Scrabble score for "slate"?
The Scrabble score for "slate" is 5 points.
Using “slate” in writing
As a single-syllable word, "slate" 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, “slate” is worth 5 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 “slate”
The letters in “slate” can be rearranged to spell 9 other words: least, setal, stale, steal, stela, taels, and 3 more.