How many syllables in “tates”?
syllables in "tates"
Word details
Syllables
2
ta · tes
Letters
5
t · a · t · e · s
Scrabble
5
points
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About the word “tates”
The word “tates” contains 2 syllables, divided as ta · tes. It has 5 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "tates" have?
"tates" has 2 syllables.
How do you divide "tates" into syllables?
"tates" is divided into syllables as: ta · tes.
What is the Scrabble score for "tates"?
The Scrabble score for "tates" is 5 points.
Using “tates” in writing
Two-syllable words like "tates" (ta · 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, “tates” 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 “tates”
The letters in “tates” can be rearranged to spell 4 other words: state, taste, teats, testa.