How many syllables in “spates”?
syllables in "spates"
Word details
Syllables
2
spa · tes
Letters
6
s · p · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
8
points
Scrabble letter values
Count another word
About the word “spates”
The word “spates” contains 2 syllables, divided as spa · tes. It has 6 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "spates" have?
"spates" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "spates" into syllables?
"spates" is divided into syllables as: spa · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "spates"?
The Scrabble score for "spates" is 8 points.
Using “spates” in writing
Two-syllable words like "spates" (spa · tes) 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, “spates” is worth 8 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 “spates”
The letters in “spates” can be rearranged to spell 2 other words: pastes, stapes.