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How many syllables in “suppurate”?

3

syllables in "suppurate"

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Word details

Syllables

3

sup · pur · ate

Letters

9

s · u · p · p · u · r · a · t · e

Scrabble

13

points

Scrabble letter values

s1
u1
p3
p3
u1
r1
a1
t1
e1

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About the word “suppurate

The word suppurate contains 3 syllables, divided as sup · pur · ate. It has 9 letters.

FAQ

How many syllables does "suppurate" have?

"suppurate" has 3 syllables.

How do you divide "suppurate" into syllables?

"suppurate" is divided into syllables as: sup · pur · ate.

What is the Scrabble score for "suppurate"?

The Scrabble score for "suppurate" is 13 points.

Using “suppurate” in writing

Three-syllable words like "suppurate" (sup · pur · 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, suppurate 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.

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