How many syllables in “temperate”?
syllables in "temperate"
Word details
Syllables
3
tem · per · ate
Letters
9
t · e · m · p · e · r · a · t · e
Scrabble
13
points
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About the word “temperate”
The word “temperate” contains 3 syllables, divided as tem · per · ate. It has 9 letters.
FAQ
How many syllables does "temperate" have?
"temperate" has 3 syllables.
How do you divide "temperate" into syllables?
"temperate" is divided into syllables as: tem · per · ate.
What is the Scrabble score for "temperate"?
The Scrabble score for "temperate" is 13 points.
Using “temperate” in writing
Three-syllable words like "temperate" (tem · per · 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, “temperate” 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.